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protect.4 evo

4-point knee orthosis

Excellent grip
Simple and correct fastening

knee orthosis cruciate ligament rupture cushion

4-point knee orthosis for control of anterior and posterior tibial translation

The protect.4 evo is a functional knee orthosis.
The product is exclusively to be used for the orthotic fitting of the knee and only on intact skin.

Features

Product benefits

Intended purpose

Functional rigid brace with limitation of flexion / extension:
extension limitation at: 0°, 10°, 20°, 30°, 45°
flexion limitation at: 0°, 10°, 20°, 30°, 45°, 60°, 75°, 90°
immobilisation at: 0°, 10°, 20°, 30°, 45°
Optimal stabilisation due to 4-point principle
Limitation of anterior and posterior tibial glide
Stabilisation of the collateral ligament
Prevention of hyperextension through limitation of Range of motion
Reduction of medial rotation

Goal setting

Open all the straps. Sit on the edge of a chair, pull the brace up the affected leg and flex your knee to 45°. Position the joints so that the
centres of the hinges (extension wedges) are on a level with the top edge of the kneecap.
Make sure that the brace is not twisted on your leg.
First fasten the lower front calf strap, then the upper back thigh strap. Keep your knee in a flexed position and push both joints towards the back of the leg.
Now fasten the lower back thigh strap.
Make sure that you do not have the hinge joints positioned in front of the midline of the leg.
Now fasten the upper front calf strap.
Then the upper back calf strap, and finally the front thigh strap.
Bend your knee slightly a few times and refasten the straps again in the order described above to prevent the brace slipping.

Details

Standard colours

Black

Material components

Avional, Velours, Polyester, PU foam

Washing instructions

You can wash the inner and condyles upholstery by hand using cold water and a mild soap, preferably a medi clean detergent.
Do not bleach.
Air dry.
Do not iron.
Do not dry clean.
When used normally the brace is maintenancefree. However, after using the brace in water, the hinges can be lubricated using Teflon™ spray. Check regularly that the joint screws are secure, tighten them if necessary.

Size

XS
S
M
L
XL
XXL

Medical specifications

Indications

Nonsurgical / postoperative after cruciate ligament ruptures (isolated or with accompanying injuries)
Nonsurgical / postoperative after collateral ligament ruptures
Nonsurgical in the case of knee instability (isolated or combined)
Postoperative after meniscus intervention
Postoperative after cartilage intervention