Features of ShortRunner Patella Stabilizer Knee Brace
- Provides stability with increased patient mobility
- Contoured condyle pads provide comfort against the sides of your knee at the joint
- Can be used for post-op treatment and mild OA
- The neoprene materialhelps to warm and wick sweat from the knee, keeping things cool and comfortable even during periods of high activity
- This is a hinged knee brace with adjustable flexion stops
- Provides great support and help prevent hyperextension of the knee
- Polycentric adjustable hinges provide extension control from 10°-40° in 10° increments (10° installed), and flexion control from 45°-90° in 15° increments
- Length of the knee brace is 13″
- Low profile design
- Full circumferential straps above and below the knee make the brace one of the easiest to fit
- Great for athletics, as well as, rehab after surgery
Breg Shortrunner Neoprene Knee Brace is Ideal for:
- Most ACL, PCL, MCL, LCL injuries and instabilities
- Meniscal injuries
- Post-Op Treatment
- Mild OA
What to Buy with Breg Patella Stabilizer ShortRunner Knee brace?
- Polar Knee Pain Relief Kit
- Skillbuilders Positioning knee wedge
- Fabrication Point Relief HotSpot Warming Gel
How to Use ShortRunner Neoprene Knee Brace?
- The wrap-on brace is applied with the closures in the front of the leg and the kneecap cutout centered over the knee. Secure the closures firmly
- The slip-on brace is applied by pulling the brace on with the kneecap cutout centered over the knee
- Both the wrap-on and pull-on braces have tightening straps. The straps should be tightened firmly, starting with the two straps closest to the knee.
Adjustment Instructions:
- Polycentric hinge with stops:
- Both flexion and extension stops are supplied with the brace.The brace comes with a 10° extension stop already installed. The stops are labeled in degrees as follows:
- Extension Stops:0°, 10°, 20°, 30° & 40°
- Flexion Stops:45°, 60°, 75° & 90°(no flexion stops are installed upon shipment)
- To change the stops, first, completely remove the screw as shown. Then remove the stop. Insert the new stop, align with the holes in the hinge, then reinsert the screw.
- Using a Phillips head screw driver, ensure that the screws are seated in the recess and completely tightened.
- Both medial (inside) and lateral (outside) hinge stops must be identical in degree.
- NOTE: Due to soft tissue compression, we recommend the use of extension stops at least 10° greater than the desired limit. (e.g., if you desire a 10° extension limit, use the 20° extension stop).
- Both flexion and extension stops are supplied with the brace.The brace comes with a 10° extension stop already installed. The stops are labeled in degrees as follows:
- Polycentric hinge with pins:
- The hinge settings are labeled in degrees as follows:
- Extension settings: 0°, 10°, 30°, 50°, 70°, 90° & 110°
- Flexion settings: 0°, 10°, 30°, 50°, 70°, 90° & 110°
- To change the settings, first, open the hinge cover.
- Then, move the pins to the desired extension and/or flexion settings for both the upper and lower leg.
- When satisfied, close the hinge cover. Both medial (inside) and lateral(outside) hinge settings must be identical in degree.
- NOTE: Due to soft tissue compression, we recommend the use of extension stops at least 10° greater than the desired limit. (e.g., if you desire a 10° extension limit, use the 20°extension stop)
- Breg ShortRunner Knee Brace Instruction Manual
- The hinge settings are labeled in degrees as follows:
How to Wash and Care Neoprene Knee Brace?
- After exposure to saltwater or dirt, thoroughly rinse the brace with freshwater and allow it to air dry
- A dry lubricant, such as Teflon spray, may be used on the hinge occasionally
- Do not use wet lubricants
- The hinge assemblies may be removed to allow easier washing of the sleeve and straps
- The sidebars may be bent to accommodate individual legs. Bend in equal amounts above and below the hinge
- Periodically inspect the sleeve, straps, and hinges for excessive wear
- Be sure all screws are tight and stop in place
Precautions for Using Breg Neoprene Knee Brace:
- For single patient use only
- If you experience increased pain, swelling, or any adverse reactions while using this product, immediately consult your medical professional
- This device will not prevent or reduce all injuries
- Proper rehabilitation and activity modification are also an essential part of a safe treatment program
