Knee & Patella Support
Knee & Patella Support
Designed to provide comfortable support to lateral ligaments and patella. The flexible spiral hinges on each side help stabilize knee ligaments, while the frontal opening helps relieve pressure on the patella. This support helps reduce the risk of injury during physical activity.
Characteristics
- Two flexible spiral hinges on each side
- Added support for patella
- Made of 33% nylon, 23% elastic and 44% polyester
- Moderate support
- Easy and ergonomic adjustment
- Colour: beige
Made of: 33% nylon, 23% elastic and 44% polyester
Indications
- Activities or sports requiring repetitive knee bends, to provide lateral support
- Minor or stress-related injuries
- Long term use
Available sizes
| CODE | KNEE CIRCUMFERENCE | SIZE |
| 9342 | 26 – 33 cm (10” – 13”) | SMALL |
| 9343 | 33 – 41 cm (13” – 16”) | MEDIUM |
| 9344 | 41 – 48 cm (16” – 19”) | LARGE |
| 9345 | 48 – 56 cm (19” – 22”) | XLARGE |
To determine proper size, measure the circumference at the mid-section of the knee joint. If the result is between two sizes, choose the largest.
Adjustment
Pull-up the knee sleeve, and adjust until hinges stay on both sides and the opening is placed on the patella.
Cleaning
Wash by hand with mild soap and air-dry.
Caution
If pain should persist, or if you wish to know more about how to use this product, consult a health specialist.
Lycragel Knee & Patella Stabilizer
Orthopedics Formedica®, Knee
Designed to provide comfortable support to lateral ligaments and patella. The flexible spiral hinge on each side help to stabilize knee ligaments while the gel insert helps to reduce direct compression on the patella. The Lycragel™ Knee and Patella Stabilizer may be used following treatments and pain alleviation associated with certain common patella syndromes such as: sprints, sprains and swelling. It limits shock and vibration on patella therefore helps to reduce the risk of injury during physical activity.
Characteristics
- Ergonomic model: elasticate fabric provides even compression
- One flexible spiral hinge on each side
- Provides compression and support
- Firm support
- Easy fit
- Colour: beige
- Various patellar (kneecap) traumatisms
- Racquet sports, ball sports, jogging, biking
- Activities involving heavy lifting
- Walking
Soft Cervical Collar
Orthopedics Formedica®, Neck
Provides light support in cases where heat is required. Made from medium density polyurethane foam. May also help to reduce snoring.
Characteristics
- Light and comfortable
- Covered with cotton stockinette
- Velcro®-type closures
- Hypo-allergenic
- Washable
- One size: neck circumference between 38 and 56 cm (15” - 22”)
Hernia Belt
Orthopedics Formedica®, Back
Designed to provide comfortable, effective support for Reducible Inguinal Hernia. The Hernia Belt can be worn with both adjustable pads for a double hernia, or with one pad only for a simple hernia. Pads are removable.
Characteristics
- Includes two pads made of polyurethane foam
- For single or double hernia
- Pads are adjustable and removable
- Effective support
- Easy adjustment
- Colour: white
- Inguinal hernia
Ergonomic Knee Support
Orthopedics Formedica®, Knee
Designed to provide light support to lateral ligaments. The flexible spiral hinge on each side helps to stabilize knee ligaments, while the criss-cross back provides comfort during normal daily activities.
Characteristics
- One flexible spiral hinge on each side
- Made of 67% nylon, 23% elastic and 10% lycra
- Light support
- Easy and ergonomic adjustment
- Colour: beige
- Sports or activities requiring rotation/tortion movements (ex. golf, raquet sports), without frequent and complete knee bends
- Long term use