Tri-Panel Knee Immobilizer
Discover how the Sammons Preston Knee Immobilizer provides post-operative knee immobilization designed to lock the knee in a fully extended position,
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What Is a Knee Immobilizer?
A knee immobilizer holds the knee straight. It is a padded wrap with rigid stays and hook-and-loop straps, used after surgery such as meniscus or patellar tendon repair, after some fractures (such as a tibial plateau fracture), and for some serious sprains, until the surgeon or therapist allows the knee to bend. Unlike a hinged knee brace, which can be set to allow a controlled range of motion, an immobilizer doesn't bend at all.
Fitting and Use
Knee immobilizers are sized by length, so check the size chart for each product. Centre the kneecap in the patella opening, fasten the straps snugly but not tightly, and check for numbness, tingling, swelling or pressure areas, especially in the first days. Patients should follow their surgeon's or therapist's instructions on how long to wear it and how much weight to put on the leg.
See also hinged and range of motion knee braces, knee walkers, cold compression and all knee braces.