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SWEDE•O KNEE
SWEDE•O OA KNEE BRACE
The Swede•O OA Knee Brace is an off-the-shelf product that
effectively unloads the affected compartment of the knee to relieve
pain plus helps to rehabilitate the quadriceps that have atrophied
as the disease progresses. The ability to increase quad strength
is accomplished by correcting the abnormal gait of the patient
with routine use of the brace. By re-strengthening the quads, the
brace assists in delaying the progression of Osteoarthritis (OA).
We invite you to take
the “Next Step”in
OA knee rehabilitation
—using the Swede•O
Clinical studies show a link between OA progression and abnormal
OA gait. As OA progresses, the patient incrementally changes
the way he walks to avoid pain in the affected compartment of
the knee. This change in gait alters the firing of the quadriceps
muscles resulting in reduced quad strength and muscle mass
in the affected leg over time. Loss of quad strength reduces the
dynamic support of the knee joint, leading to more force on the
affected compartment of the knee and a progression of OA.
• Double upright design with
rotating thigh cuff provides
superior comfort and support.
• Use of a contour air bladder
positioned mid-knee provides
either corrective valgus
or varus force.
The Swede-O OA air unloading system provides an adjustable
corrective force to allow the patient to quickly and easily adjust
depending on the level of patient activity. The patent-pending,
swing-assist mechanism encourages heel-to-toe gait which is
necessary to maintain or improve quad strength. This feature,
over time, helps to improve muscle-firing-sequence memory to
assist in normalizing gait. After wearing the brace several months,
many patients report increased leg strength, improved gait, and
significantly reduced pain when walking without the brace.
• Use of a second contour air bladder
aids in lower leg alignment.
• Use of high power elastic provides
a dynamic swing assist to correct gait.
• Use of a R.O.M. medial hinge to
control both flexion and extension
motion when necessary.
Other knee braces that unload the knee and provide corrective
force to improve joint space balance can lead the patient to become
dependent on the knee brace for pain relief. By correcting gait
with heel-to-toe facilitated gait, increasing the recruitment of
the quadriceps, and normalizing muscle firing sequences, the
Swede-O OA Knee Brace provides rehabilitative benefits not
found with standard OA unloading knee braces. The Swede-O OA
Knee Brace provides an alternative to injections and imminent
total knee replacement surgery to manage OA of the knee.
• Low profile design and
dynamic conformability
prevent brace migration.
A 4.5” (11.5cm)
B 4” (10cm)
SWEDE•O OA
SIZING GUIDE
Size
• Adjustable air bladder unloading system allows
patients to tailor the corrective force to match
their activity level.
• Keyhole quick-release straps for ease of donning and doffing.
Part Number
A
B
Right, Valgus Left, Valgus
Small
Medium
Large
Xlarge
25212
25213
25214
25215
25312 16-19” (40.7-48.3cm) 12-15” (30.5-38.1cm)
25313 19-22” (48.3-55.9cm) 14-17” (35.6-43.2cm)
25314 21-25” (53.3-63.5cm) 16-20” (40.7-50.8cm)
25315 24-28” (61-71.1cm) 19-23” (48.3-58.4cm)
Right, Varus Left, Varus
Small
25412 25512 16-19” (40.7-48.3cm) 12-15” (30.5-38.1cm)
Medium 25413 25513 19-22” (48.3-55.9cm) 14-17” (35.6-43.2cm)
Large
25414 25514 21-25” (53.3-63.5cm) 16-20” (40.7-50.8cm)
Xlarge
25415 25515 24-28” (61-71.1cm) 19-23” (48.3-58.4cm)
A is measured 4.5” (11.5 cm) from middle of patella upwards, and then measure the thigh circumference.
B is measured 4” (10 cm) from middle of patella downwards, and then measure the calf circumference.
Look at the chart above for the proper size. If the patients dimensions do not
fall within the size range, a custom brace should be considered.
• Dynamic conformability prevents brace migration.
• Patent-pending swing assist promotes
heel-to-toe gait to increase quad firing.
• Over time, leg strength and gait can be rehabilitated.
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6459 Ash Street North Branch, MN 55056 U.S.A.
Phone: 651-674-8301 800-525-9339 Fax: 651-674-8425
swedeo.com
OAKnee 12.10
Patents pending.
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THERMOSKIN ARTHRITIC PRODUCTS
ARTHRITIC
KNEE WRAP
ANKLE WRAP
ARTHRITIC GLOVES
Arthritic Knee Wrap is designed
with an adjustable hook & loop
closure to allow for greater comfort,
ease of use and compression
variation for people with Arthritis,
swollen and/or fluid on the knee.
Ankle Wrap is designed to assist
in the rehabilitation of sprains and
ligament damage to the ankle. It has
the additional benefit of an ankle
closure strap for ease of application
and increased compression where
required.
Arthritic Gloves provide warmth and
even compression to help relieve
arthritis pain. A hook & loop closure
allows for added comfort and fit.
The outer layer is textured to provide
additional grip. Sold in pairs.
Available in sizes XS through XXL
Available in sizes XS through XXL
Available in sizes XS through XXL
BEIGE CODE 8*300
BLACK CODE 8*103
BEIGE CODE 8*203
ARTHRITIC WRIST
LUMBAR SUPPORT
Arthritic Wrist has adjustable
hook & loop closure allows users
with arthritic pain in the wrist/
hand area ease of application and
compression variation.
Lumbar Support provides pain relief
and compression for muscle injuries
and general lower back dysfunctions,
injuries to the lumbar discs and the
sacroiliac joint. This product has two
metal internal stays for additional
support and adjustable elastic side
straps for extra compression.
Available in sizes XS through XXL
BEIGE CODE left 8*303 right 8*304
BLACK CODE 8*199
contains one pair of gloves
ELBOW WRAP
Elbow Wrap is anatomically
shaped with an adjustable hook
& loop closure to allow flexibility
with ease of application and
compression variation.
Available in sizes XS through XXL
BEIGE CODE 8*306
Available in sizes XS through 5XL
BLACK CODE 8*127
BEIGE CODE 8*227
Swede-O is proud to be the Exclusive U.S. and Canadian distributor of Thermoskin products.
Thermoskin® and Trioxon® are registered trademarks of United Pacific Industries Pty LTD. Patent #4,961,418. Other patents pending. OAKnee 12.10
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