PHYSIOSTRAP® Medical Knee Brace
Regular price $109.90 CADOsteoarthritis knee brace that relieves and stabilizes the knee without restricting mobility during your daily activities.
Indications for the EPITACT osteoarthritis knee brace®
Is your knee painful and limiting your movement?
Relieve your pain and stay active with PHYSIOstrap® Medical!
The PHYSIOstrap® medical knee brace from EPITACT® prevents and relieves knee pain caused by patellar conditions (femoro-patellar osteoarthritis, patellar syndrome, etc.).
By effectively supporting the patella, it provides a feeling of stability that allows you to continue or resume your daily activities with confidence. Completely flexible, this osteoarthritis knee brace preserves full freedom of movement.
Effectiveness tests of the PHYSIOstrap medical knee brace®
A study(1) showed that lateral displacement of the patella is reduced by more than 42% when wearing the PHYSIOstrap knee brace® Medical.
A satisfaction survey(2) It also revealed that over 90% of users felt pain relief, comfort, and were satisfied with the support provided by the knee brace.
(1)Study conducted in 2017 on 10 patients to assess lateral displacement of the patella in a static position with and without the medical knee brace.
(2)Official report made in 2016 following a satisfaction survey of 43 users to evaluate the effectiveness, comfort, and fit of the knee brace.
Instructions for use of the osteoarthritis knee brace
- Wash the knee brace before first use.
- Do not wear for prolonged periods while sitting (leg bent more than 90°) or lying down.
- For optimal fit: before use, do not apply moisturizing cosmetics and wash the knee brace, at least the silicone elastic bands, with water and soap.
- To limit the risk of skin irritation, an adaptation period may be necessary. Thus, wear the PHYSIOstrap® Less than one hour during initial uses, then gradually increase wearing time up to a full day.
- If you experience pain, swelling, discomfort, or any other abnormal reaction, stop using the osteoarthritis knee brace and consult a doctor.
Contraindications of the PHYSIOstrap knee brace®
- Do not use the medical knee brace on a skin lesion.
- Do not use in case of arteritis, significant varicose veins, sequelae of phlebitis, or edema (lymphatic/venous) of the leg and/or thigh so as not to hinder circulation. If in doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
- Do not use with compression stockings.
Features
- Number of items: sold individually
- Right/Left: can be worn on either the right or left knee
- Pack contents: 1 knee brace + 1 pouch + 1 user manual
- Composition: 71% polyamide/elastane fabric, 29% silicone
How to care for your knee brace for osteoarthritis?
The medical knee brace is machine washable at 30 °C or hand washable (without rubbing) with water and soap. Do not use detergent or stain remover (bleach, acetone, nail polish remover, etc.). No chlorine. No ironing or steaming. No machine drying. No dry cleaning. Discard and replace the knee brace as soon as cracks appear in the gel or the fabric or seams degrade.
What is gonarthrosis?
Gonarthrosis is the medical term for knee osteoarthritis. It is a wear of the cartilage in the knee joint, either between the femur and the patella (femoro-patellar joint), or between the femur and the tibia (femoro-tibial joint), or both. This irreversible deterioration causes pain and gradually reduces mobility and the ability to perform daily activities.
When and how long should the knee brace for osteoarthritis be worn?
The PHYSIOstrap knee brace for osteoarthritis® Medical can be worn every day, all day long, during regular activities alternating between moments of mobility and static positions. It can be used for prevention or to relieve pain. Made with durable fabric and quality materials, it has an average lifespan of 6 months (provided the usage and care instructions).
How to choose the right size?
Using a tape measure, measure the circumference of your knee in a semi-bent position starting from the center of the patella. Then refer to the size guide available at the bottom of the page. If you hesitate between two sizes, choose the smaller one.
Can the medical knee brace be worn for sports?
The PHYSIOstrap medical knee brace® is designed to be worn daily by active people but not necessarily athletes. In the context of physical activity, EPITACT® created the PHYSIOstrap® SPORT, more suitable thanks to its pattern that offers more support to suit the intense conditions of sports (wide range of motion, sweating…).
Can this knee brace relieve me in case of a meniscus tear?
The knee brace for osteoarthritis is not suitable for meniscal injuries. It is a patellar knee brace that prevents and relieves fragile and painful knees (femoro-patellar osteoarthritis, patellar syndrome, patellar tendinitis, ligament fragility, etc.).
