CLEARANCE OA (Osteoarthritis) Unloader Knee Brace

Description: Osteoarthritis (OA) ExplainedOsteoarthritis (OA) of the knee occurs when the cartilage in the knee joint breaks down, causing the bones to rub together. This friction makes the knee hurt, feel stiff and often become swollen. OA of the knee cannot be cured, however one of the best treatments is an unloading OA knee brace.Knee Joint Affected By OsteoarthritisWhat To Expect:Inflamed CartilageThickened, stretched Joint CapsuleThickened, inflamed SynoviumPossible bony spurs A knee joint affected by OA can develop these symptoms and even more. Plus it is a degenerative disorder - meaning it only gets worse over time if left untreated. One of the very most affordable, yet simple & comfortable treatments for OA of the knee is the use of an unloading knee brace, such as the Cloned Kitty OA Knee Brace as well as many others (due to the economical single-upright design).Healthy Knee JointWhat To Expect:Normal CartilageNormal Joint CapsuleNormal SynoviumNo bone spursNo pain, stiffness, or swellingCKOrtho™ CK-OA-1851 Universal Osteoarthritis (OA) Unloader Knee BraceThe CKOrtho™ OA Unloading Knee Brace is just one choice of brace for treating Osteoarthritis pain, however we believe at Cloned Kitty, that our solution has added value due to it's dual use case - limitation of Range of Motion (ROM) as well as medial compartment unloading features.This brace comes in one universal size and TWO variations - left medial, and right medial. Includes a tool kit and instruction sheet.Notable Features & Benefits:No need to measure - Brace designed with a single, universal size in mindIdeal for patients with medial compartment OAIncludes a tool for Varus/Valgus adjustments (creates unloading force/action)Single upright and strapping allow for a very personalized fitPrimary purpose: Unloading of the Medial Compartment of KneeVery low-profile, lightweight, and comfortable to wearPackage contents: Unloading brace, tool kit, and instruction sheetDesigned to HCPCS Specification - L1851Design FeaturesMedial Unloading Knee Brace The CK-OA-1851 applies corrective forces by means of a three-point pressure system, which distributes the weight load away from the damaged compartment and onto the healthy compartment. The hinge pushes inward (from the lateral side) in order to open the medial side of the joint, reduce pressure, and ultimately pain.Four Adjustable Straps To secure OA brace to your leg. Each one is very long to accommodate even the largest of leg sizes. They have Velcro straps on both ends for adjustment and can even be cut to size once you are comfortable (however, the brace cannot be returned after this alteration).Assortment of ROM Stops Several ROM Flexion/Extension Stops are included to adjust the allowed angles of flexion or extension of the brace. It is fully customizable! Do what you NEED with it!Tools! We have included for your convenience, a screwdriver and an ergonomic allen wrench/hex key.Screwdriver - Used to remove hinge plate and to install flexion/extension stopsErgonomic Hex Key - Used to adjust the varus/valgus angles of the brace and to apply more or less offloading/unloading force.Application Instructions[#1] AlignTo Begin:Loosen each strap from the front bucklesPut on the braceMake sure hinge lines up with center of the kneecap[#2] TightenStarting from the top strap:Thread straps through brace (if not already) and only tight enough to hold it onStill make sure the hinge is aligned with the knee center (very important)Do not tighten the straps fully just yet[#3] Break In Making sure that the hinge is still aligned with the knee center, further tighten the straps. Tips for tightening:You DO want the brace snug enough so that it doesn't slide aroundYou DO NOT want the brace so tight it can't flex and do its job.You DO NOT want the brace so tight that it is uncomfortable. The straps are not meant for excess force. After you have successfully applied the CK-OA-1851 to your knee, feel completely free to walk around anywhere you normally would. Depending on how tight your pants are, some of your more loose-fitting garments will not look as odd or with a large bulge around the knee (No Skinny Jeans!)[#4] UnloadAdjust the unloading action using the hex key. Using the included ergonomic hex key, alter the level of varus/valgus unloading or offloading to your own liking.Everyone's OA is unique and all require adjustment from time to time for proper pain relief. How to integrate the CK-OA-1851 into your Daily Routine: #1 Wear It!#2 Take A Break#3 Wear It Again! Once the straps are customized to you - all you have to do is use the easy snap buckles to re-apply the brace after a rest period.A standard treatment is measured in the number of hours or minutes the brace is worn - not meant to be worn indefinitely.

Price: 29.5 USD

Location: Vista, California

End Time: 2024-09-29T21:13:13.000Z

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