Knee orthosis OA Defiance®

knee distraction (osteoarthritis)articulated

The Adjustable OA Defiance™ is a custom-made brace designed for the active OA patient who does not want to compromise their high level of activity. The Adjustable OA Defiance is an extremely lightweight brace that provides durable support for mild to severe levels of osteoarthritis. The bilateral hinge bars offer support for ligament instabilities, as well as a patented telescoping condyle pad that puts the load control in the hands of the patient. Custom-made for a perfect fit utilising the DonJoy CCMI measurement system or a plaster cast Base level of corrective load built into the frame Patient controlled adjustable condyle applies 0° to 3° of “fine-tuning” load correction to accommodate the demands during activity Lightweight, low-profile, four-walled carbon composite frame moulded to accommodate unique varus or valgus angulations Micro-sphere condyle pad for increased patient compliance Patented 4-Points-of-Leverage system (ACL, PCL, CI strapping options available) Extension stops: 0°, 10°, 20°, 30° and 40° (10° installed) Flexion stops: 45°, 60°, 75° and 90° Suede frame and strap pads standard on each brace Carry-all brace bag included Available in standard or short lengths. (A short calf with standard thigh version may be ordered for sports boot clearance) Arthritis-friendly features