Front Closure Wraparound Knee Support

Our easy-on/easy-off Front Closure Wraparound support is ideal for sprains, strains and arthritic conditions. Plush neoprene construction is contoured for greater comfort and provides healing warmth. Careful design focuses on comfort and support an open back to prevent bunching, metal hinges and dual compression straps for support while the open patella with removable buttress pads aid positioning.

• Easy-on/easy-off design, ideal for strains, sprains and arthritic conditions. 
  
  
• Open patella with removable buttress pads. 
  
  
• Plush neoprene provides healing warmth. 
  
  
• Two sizes, fits either knee. (S/M fits 13-6" (33-40cm) knee, L/XL fits 16-19" (40-48cm)

Conditions

Patellar Subluxation or Dislocation; Patellar Tendonitis; Chondromalacia; Other

Knee Supports Benefit Options

• Sleeves:  Are good for legs that are symmetrical.
• Open Closure: Are good for legs that are non-symmetrical.
• Braces with Adjustable Straps:  Help control Patella posture and creates environment for rehab.

Fitting Landmarks

• Thigh
• Knee Cap
• Calf
• Back Crease of Knee (Popliteal Fossa)

Measurement

• Snug Fit Measurement:  Devices are sized at a compressed fit.
  • Measuring loose vs. skin tight can be 2-2 ½ inches.
• Knee Circumference
• Calf, Knee Cap, Thigh, Thigh Length
• Can be dictated by support used.

Fitting

• Fit from the back of the knee to the front of the knee.
• Best fit is from sitting position with knee in slight bend.
• Fit the opening for knee cap slightly higher on the knee cap.  Approximately the upper half of the knee cap.  The tendency is to wear the support too low.  When fitted, brace will slide down into proper position.
• Upper part of support should be higher to groin area. (braces have tendency to slip down so fit higher)
• Straps below the knee closest to the knee cap should be adjusted first.  If brace is fitted correctly, the calf will hold the position of the brace as the strap just below the knee will be tightened with a smaller circumference than the calf.
• Strap above the knee should be adjusted last. 
• Straps can be adjusted for proper tension on the patella.

Post Fitting

• Make sure brace has been fitted with appropriate strap tightness and has not slid down leg too far.
• Upper part of the brace should not dig into groin area
• Add compression from straps starting with just below knee first and working bottom to top
• Decrease compression from top to bottom
• Disengaging Velcro and securing tabs prior and after wearing will help with future fitting.