Description
Gripper Hinged Knee Brace: Maximum Stability, Zero Migration
The Gripper Hinged Knee Brace provides your athletes and patients with the reliable medial and lateral stability they need while actively resisting distal migration (sliding down the leg). This superior knee brace is engineered for high patient compliance through a combination of secure fit, durability, and comfort.
Anti-Migration Technology for Compliance
The key feature of the Gripper Hinged Knee Brace is its anti-migration system: the internal SkinLok pad works in concert with the outer closure strap to firmly grip the proximal end of the calf muscle and effectively inhibit the brace from migrating distally. This robust hold ensures the hinges and support remain correctly positioned, thereby enhancing patient compliance and therapeutic effectiveness.
Built-in Durability and Strength
This brace is built to withstand repeated use and rigorous activity:
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Reinforced Hinges: Metal hinge pockets are reinforced on the inside with ballistic nylon material at wear points to prevent the hinge from wearing through the pocket.
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High-Tension Straps: The closure straps are made of high tension elastic that allows for numerous applications without fraying or losing closure strength.
Ease of Application and Material Options
The Gripper Hinged Knee Brace is designed for optimal comfort and fit:
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Wraparound Closure: The wraparound anterior closure allows for ease of application and an optimum fit, especially important over injured or swollen knees.
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Open Popliteal: The open popliteal (area behind the knee) minimizes material bunching during flexion to improve comfort.
The Gripper is available in two different base materials to suit therapeutic needs:
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Neoprene: Provides therapeutic warmth and superior compression.
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CoolFlex: Is breathable, lightweight, and hypoallergenic for superior comfort during extended wear.
Indications for Use:
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LCL or MCL sprains
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Lateral or medial instability
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Limit hyperextension
The Gripper Hinged Knee Brace provides your athletes and patients with the medial and lateral stability they need while resisting distal migration.
Compliance & Migration
Internal SkinLok pad works in concert with the outer closure strap to grip the poximal end of the calf muscle and inhibit the brace from migrating distally, thereby enhancing patient compliance.
Durability
Straps are made of high tension elastic that allows for numerous applications without fraying or losing closure strength. Metal hinge pockets are reinforced on the inside with ballistic nylon material at wear points to prevent hinge from wearing through the pocket.
Ease of Application & Comfort
The wraparound anterior closure allows for ease of application and an optimum fit. Open popliteal minimizes material bunching during flexion to improve comfort.
Indications:
LCL or MCL sprains
Lateral or medial instability
Limit hyperextension
The Gripper is available in two different base materials: Neoprene and CoolFlex. The neoprene version provides warmth and superior compression. The CoolFlex version is breathable and hypallergenic
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