By controlling the injured knee, our patients are able to lead a much more active and pain-reduced lifestyle than their pathologies would allow them normally. Different sorts of braces are available, each designed to target a particular knee condition. Overall, the use of braces enables our patients to lead a much more active and pain-reduced lifestyle than their knee pathologies would allow them normally.
Un-loader braces are designed to help patients suffering from osteoarthritis (OA).
Knee osteoarthritis (knee OA), occurs when due to cartilage break-down, the knee bones rub against each other, causing pain and loss of movement.
Our un-loader braces work by reducing the pressure on the affected part of the knee, thereby reducing pain and thus allowing the patient to use the knee normally and more frequently.
CTi braces are used most commonly following anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries.
After the initial repair of ruptures and torn ligaments CTi braces help prevent further injury by providing support and stability to the injured knee.
Firstly we advise that you contact us by phone so that one of our highly trained specialists can discuss your personal requirements and check what brace is suitable for your needs. At this point we may ask some questions surround the history of any knee problems and about the activities you take part in.
You will then be asked to attend the clinic where we will measure your knee and assess your muscles, ligaments and any degree of instability you may have. The measurements will be used to order your brace. (Custom CTi Braces will have the option here to choose the colour or pattern of your choice.)
At your next appointment we will fit your new brace and ensure you are happy with the fit, including fastening and release processes. We will then conduct a multi-angled video analysis of you either walking or running. Seeing what biomechanical stresses your knee undergoes during these movements helps us identify any unnatural strains or pressure through your knee. If the rest of your body, such as your hips, ankles and back are not moving as they should, the knees will have compensated for that and been overworked. From the analysis our specialists can provide advice or if required, provide further training on how to get these body areas moving correctly and thereby helping to prevent future injury.
Whether it’s pain caused by injury, tight/sprained muscles or recovery from surgery, we can get you back to full health.