Breg 20.50 Patellofemoral Knee Brace

20.5 - Patellofemoral - Knee Bracing Features

• Specifically designed for patients with recurrent patella subluxations and dislocations
• This dual upright brace comes prefabricated in a 12” (30 cm) magnesium frame, and can be customized to a 14” (36 cm) aluminum frame
• Migration control with elastic banding and silicone strips
• A high strength and tear-resistant pocket system made of nylon hinges and foam hinge pockets
• Dynamic design applies increased lateral pressure between 20° and 50° of knee flexion
• Pneumatic air bladder over a trimmable lateral buttress
• Lightweight magnesium Pneumatic patellar pad allows patients to adjust for their desired level of support
• Pivoting straps aid in preventing brace migration
• Quick-release buckles
• Up to 8° of load available on OA versions

What to buy with Breg Patellofemoral Knee Braces?

• BSN Jobst For Men Closed Toe Thigh High 20-30mmHg Ribbed Compression Stockings
• OPTP Happy Feet Posture Book
• Vasyli Hoke Supination Control Orthotic

When to use 20.50 Patella Knee Braces?

• Patellofemoral pain syndrome
• Patellar maltracking
• Patellar tendonitis
• Mild chondromalacia
• Runner’s Knee
• Post lateral release

How to use Breg 20.50 Patella Knee Braces?

1. Loosen Straps
   1. Release the two over-center buckles by pinching the two gray buttons on each of the buckles
   2. Loosen the two remaining straps
2. Position The Brace
   • With the patient in a seated position and leg bent at 90°, place the brace on the leg aligning the center of the hinge with the top of the knee cap
   Note: Make sure to push the brace posterior so that the hinges run along the mid-line of the leg
    
3. Secure The Top Calf Strap
   • Wrap the top calf strap around the calf as high as possible and loop through the D-ring. Pull the tab until a snug and comfortable fit is achieved and secure
4. Secure The Lower Thigh Strap
   • Wrap the lower thigh strap around the thigh and loop through the D-ring. Pull tab until a snug and comfortable fit is achieved and secure
5. Adjust The Crescent Finger Pad
   • Remove the Crescent Finger Pad from underneath the Y-Pad. Relocate the pad to the desired position along the edge of the patient’s knee cap
6. Secure Lower Patello-Force Strap
   1. With the patient’s knee at 20º of flexion, wrap the lower Patello-Force Strap around the leg and secure the over-center buckle
   2. Adjust the strap using the fastener at the strap end until a snug and comfortable fit is achieved
7. Secure Upper Patello-Force Strap
   • Repeat Step 6 for the upper Patello-Force Strap
8. Adjust The Patello-Force Strap
   • Use the fasteners for additional adjustment
9. Inflate The Patello-Force Strap
   • Insert the clear end of the squeeze bulb into the pad. Slowly inflate the pad by squeezing the bulb. The patient will know how much pressure is needed
10. Final Adjustments
    • Have the patient stand and walk around. Make any final strap and/or air pressure adjustments needed

Breg Patella Knee Bracing Instructions