CKOrtho OA (Osteoarthritis) Unloader Knee Brace - ROM Control Hinge, HCPC L1851

Description: THIS OA BRACE HELPS MORE THAN JUST YOUR KNEE AN IDEA: If a company can turn a profit and do some good at the same time, it should without a doubt do so. CLONED KITTY PHILOSOPHY: Cloned Kitty was founded as a way to help other neurodiverse people. We are also a for-profit company, because the profits enable an autistic individual to work and earn a living. This is exactly the idea we want to convey, independence and self-sufficiency. We want to inspire other neurodiverse individuals to do the same - learn to take life into their own hands, so that these people may have agency over their future. SO WHAT DO WE DO? We attempt this very ambitious goal in a few different ways. You are looking at one method now - encouraging meaningful thought by explaining our purpose right here on the product page. We try our best to get people curious and our website is a great resource.Another method is through the donation of a percentage of proceeds from each sale to a carefully selected charity that is aligned with our mission. Our chosen charity, ASAN, focuses on improving the self-advocacy skills and quality of life of autistic individuals - not searching for a "cure". Their values and goals are very similar to our own and we hope to be able to raise sizable donations for them. THE BOTTOM LINE: Exactly 15% of sales proceeds will be donated to the AUTISTIC SELF ADVOCACY NETWORK! This is a great opportunity to donate to a great cause, without yourself paying a single extra cent. We will even go as far as to call this offer a win/win/win: You, the buyer/patient, will get the relief you need at a competitive price, considering the going rate for this type of brace. 15% of the proceeds go to ASAN, a non-profit that actually helps other autistic individuals help themselves.I, the seller who is also autistic, will make a decent-enough profit to earn an honest & modest living. Osteoarthritis (OA) Explained Osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee occurs when the cartilage in the knee joint breaks down, causing the bones to rub together. This friction makes the knee hurt, feel stiff and often become swollen. OA of the knee cannot be cured, however one of the best treatments is an unloading OA knee brace. Knee Joint Affected By Osteoarthritis What To Expect: Inflamed Cartilage Thickened, stretched Joint Capsule Thickened, inflamed Synovium Possible bony spurs A knee joint affected by OA can develop these symptoms and even more. Plus it is a degenerative disorder - meaning it only gets worse over time if left untreated. One of the very most affordable, yet simple & comfortable treatments for OA of the knee is the use of an unloading knee brace, such as the Cloned Kitty OA Knee Brace as well as many others (due to the economical single-upright design). Healthy Knee Joint What To Expect: Normal Cartilage Normal Joint Capsule Normal Synovium No bone spurs No pain, stiffness, or swelling CKOrtho™ CK-OA-1851 Universal Osteoarthritis (OA) Unloader Knee Brace The CKOrtho™ OA Unloading Knee Brace is just one choice of brace for treating Osteoarthritis pain, however we believe at Cloned Kitty, that our solution has added value due to it's dual use case - limitation of Range of Motion (ROM) as well as medial compartment unloading features. This brace comes in one universal size and TWO variations - left medial, and right medial. Includes a tool kit and instruction sheet.Notable Features & Benefits: No need to measure - Brace designed with a single, universal size in mind Ideal for patients with medial compartment OA Includes a tool for Varus/Valgus adjustments (creates unloading force/action) Single upright and strapping allow for a very personalized fit Primary purpose: Unloading of the Medial Compartment of Knee Very low-profile, lightweight, and comfortable to wear Package contents: Unloading brace, tool kit, and instruction sheetDesigned to HCPCS Specification - L1851 Design Features Medial Unloading Knee Brace The CK-OA-1851 applies corrective forces by means of a three-point pressure system, which distributes the weight load away from the damaged compartment and onto the healthy compartment. The hinge pushes inward (from the lateral side) in order to open the medial side of the joint, reduce pressure, and ultimately pain. Four Adjustable Straps Included To secure OA brace to your leg. Each one is very long to accommodate even the largest of leg sizes. They have Velcro straps on both ends for adjustment and can even be cut to size once you are comfortable (however, the brace cannot be returned after this alteration). Multiple Angles of ROM Stops Included Several ROM Flexion/Extension Stops are included to adjust the allowed angles of flexion or extension of the brace. It is fully customizable! Do what you NEED with it! Tools Also Included! We have included for your convenience, a screwdriver and an ergonomic allen wrench/hex key. Screwdriver - Used to remove hinge plate and to install flexion/extension stops Ergonomic Hex Key - Used to adjust the varus/valgus angles of the brace and to apply more or less offloading/unloading force. Application Instructions [#1] To Begin: Loosen each strap from the front buckles Put on the brace Make sure hinge lines up with center of knee cap [#2] Starting from the top strap: Thread straps through brace (if not already) and only tight enough to hold it on Still make sure the hinge is aligned with the knee center (very important) Do not tighten the straps fully just yet [#3] Making sure that the hinge is still aligned with the knee center, further tighten the straps. Tips for tightening: You DO want the brace snug enough so that it doesn't slide around You DO NOT want the brace so tight it can't flex and do it's job. You DO NOT want the brace so tight that it is uncomfortable. The straps are not meant for excess force. After you have successfully applied the CK-OA-1851 to your knee, feel completely free to walk around anywhere you normally would. Depending on how tight your pants are, some of your more loose-fitting garments will not look as odd or with a large bulge around the knee (No Skinny Jeans!) [#4] ADJUST THE UNLOADING ACTION USING THE HEX KEY! Using the included ergonomic hex key, alter the level of varus/valgus unloading or offloading to your own liking. Everyone's OA is unique and all require adjustment from time to time for proper pain relief. Ready to make the CK-OA-1851 part of your Daily Routine? Wear it! But take a break! Then wear it again! Treatment Guidelines: The first step is always to consult your doctor. You don't actually have to wear it all the time, in fact you shouldn't. A standard treatment is measured in the number of hours and minutes the brace is worn... It is meant to be taken off and then put back on periodically. Advice for users: Once the straps are customized to you - all you have to do is use the easy snap buckles to re-apply the brace after a rest period.

Price: 80.15 USD

Location: Vista, California

End Time: 2023-11-12T18:23:01.000Z

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