Physical Therapy Products offers you a look at some knee braces on the market that may be used in conjunction with a rehabilitation program that incorporates strength training, flexibility, activity modification, and technique refinement.
Seamless Knee Brace
Bauerfeind USA offers the GenuTrain A3 knee brace for the treatment of knee symptoms. The brace features a knit technology without irritating seams or uncomfortable areas. Its breathable material and the anatomically contoured knit with the integrated viscoelastic pad provide comfort and effective knee treatment.
For more information, contact Bauerfeind USA, 55 Chastain Rd, Suite 112, Kennesaw, GA 30144; (800) 423-3405; www.bauerfeindusa.com.
Hinged Knee Brace
FLA Orthopedics offers the Safe-T-Sport® Wrap-Around Hinged Knee BraceThe wrap is made from sports neoprene for consistent compression and therapeutic warmth. Its wraparound design with front-wrap closures makes its application easy for swollen or injured knees. The durable medial and lateral hinges stabilize the knee, allow full flexion, and prevent hyperextension. An open popliteal eliminates bunching and irritation behind the knee. Adjustable support straps prevent migration.
For more information, contact FLA Orthopedics Inc, PO Box 277810, Miramar, FL 33027; (800) 327-4110; www.flaorthopedics.com.
Mobility-Restricting Brace
Breg introduces the FusionTM XT knee brace, which protects against injuries associated with contact sports. The Fusion restricts the mobility that leaves the user vulnerable to injury when the knee extends outside the brace’s frame, as is common in football-related injures. The brace’s ProFormTM technology uses Zytel®, a strong yet flexible polymer that allows the brace to conform to the shape of the leg while staying in place while running or cutting.
For more information, contact Breg Inc, an Orthofix Company, 2611 Commerce Way, Vista, CA 92081; (800) 321-0607; www.breg.com.
Knee Wrap
Pro-Tec Athletics introduces the Hinged Knee Wrap, which is effective for patellar-tracking issues, moderate ligament and meniscus tears, and overall knee-joint stability and hyperextension. The wrap features flexible straps that will not bind or “dig” into skin, dual-axis hinges for medial and lateral stability, and component parts that allow a full range of motion without compromising stability or support. The wrap is available in regular (up to 19 inches) and extra large (19 inches and above).
For more information, contact Maverick Sports Medicine Inc, dba Pro-Tec Athletics, 2743 152nd Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052; (800) 779-3372; www.injurybegone.com.
Dual-Action Knee Strap
Cho-Pat introduces the patented Dual Action Knee Strap, which provides relief for painful and weak knees. By applying pressure upon the patellar tendon below the kneecap, the strap tightens up the kneecap, improves patellar tracking, and helps spread pressure uniformly over the surface area. The strap slightly elevates the kneecap, relieving harmful pressure to injured or degenerative knees.
For more information, contact Cho-Pat Inc, PO Box 293, Hainesport, NJ 08036; (800) 221-1601; www.cho-pat.com.
Knee Stabilizer
Medical Specialties introduces the DynaTrack™ Patella Stabilizer, which helps treat patellafemoral dysfunction. The DynaTrack is bilateral, meaning that it fits either the right or left knee. The internal buttress can be positioned to apply either lateral or medial pressure on the patella. The amount of pressure can be adjusted by changing the tension on the straps leading from the internal buttress and the tension on the outer wrap. The patented dual-tension design provides dynamic pressure against the patella. The DynaTrack is available in a neoprene or CoolFlex™ version.
For more information, contact Medical Specialties Inc, 4600-K Lebanon Rd, Charlotte, NC 28227; (800) 334-4143; www.medspec.com.
Bauerfeind USA offers the GenuTrain A3 knee brace for the treatment of knee symptoms. The brace features a knit technology without irritating seams or uncomfortable areas. Its breathable material and the anatomically contoured knit with the integrated viscoelastic pad provide comfort and effective knee treatment. 
FLA Orthopedics offers the Safe-T-Sport® Wrap-Around Hinged Knee BraceThe wrap is made from sports neoprene for consistent compression and therapeutic warmth. Its wraparound design with front-wrap closures makes its application easy for swollen or injured knees. The durable medial and lateral hinges stabilize the knee, allow full flexion, and prevent hyperextension. An open popliteal eliminates bunching and irritation behind the knee. Adjustable support straps prevent migration. 
Breg introduces the FusionTM XT knee brace, which protects against injuries associated with contact sports. The Fusion restricts the mobility that leaves the user vulnerable to injury when the knee extends outside the brace’s frame, as is common in football-related injures. The brace’s ProFormTM technology uses Zytel®, a strong yet flexible polymer that allows the brace to conform to the shape of the leg while staying in place while running or cutting. 
Pro-Tec Athletics introduces the Hinged Knee Wrap, which is effective for patellar-tracking issues, moderate ligament and meniscus tears, and overall knee-joint stability and hyperextension. The wrap features flexible straps that will not bind or “dig” into skin, dual-axis hinges for medial and lateral stability, and component parts that allow a full range of motion without compromising stability or support. The wrap is available in regular (up to 19 inches) and extra large (19 inches and above). 
Cho-Pat introduces the patented Dual Action Knee Strap, which provides relief for painful and weak knees. By applying pressure upon the patellar tendon below the kneecap, the strap tightens up the kneecap, improves patellar tracking, and helps spread pressure uniformly over the surface area. The strap slightly elevates the kneecap, relieving harmful pressure to injured or degenerative knees. 
Medical Specialties introduces the DynaTrack™ Patella Stabilizer, which helps treat patellafemoral dysfunction. The DynaTrack is bilateral, meaning that it fits either the right or left knee. The internal buttress can be positioned to apply either lateral or medial pressure on the patella. The amount of pressure can be adjusted by changing the tension on the straps leading from the internal buttress and the tension on the outer wrap. The patented dual-tension design provides dynamic pressure against the patella. The DynaTrack is available in a neoprene or CoolFlex™ version. 
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