Bort Asymmetric Knee Support

Features

• Bort Asymmetric Knee Support composition:
  - 61% Polyamide
  - 36% Elastodies
  - 3% Viscose
• DynamicFlex functional knitted fabric
• Relax zone in the knee bend relieves and protects flexor tendons and soft tissues
• Lengthwise-elastic stretch zone in the lateral area of the silicone pad improves function and fit at all bending angles
• Compression class II
• Silicone adhesive border for a secure fit
• Indications:
  - Patellofemoral pain syndrome
  - High riding patella
  - Recurrent or chronic
  - Condition after lateral release surgery
  - Patellar instability

More Information

• Contraindications:
  - Peripheral arterial occlusive disease (PAOD)
  - Lymphatic drainage disorders and indistinct soft tissue swellings remote from the applied aid
  - Sensory loss and blood flow disorders in the affected body part
  - Skin disorders in the treated part of the body
• Directions for Use:
  - Slip the support over the end of the foot and then pull the support up to the knee. Position the BORT Asymmetric on the knee joint in such a manner that the kneecap (patella) is laterally supported by the silicone half-ring
  - First, detach the upper bracing element from the Velcro closure and reattach whilst pulling slightly towards the inner side of the leg
  - Then secure the lower bracing element below the knee cap accordingly whilst pulling slightly toward the inner side of the leg
  Note: It is recommended to apply the BORT Asymmetric whilst seated
  - Please detach the Velcro closure before removing the BORT Asymmetric. It is not possible to remove the support otherwise and this may also lead to the support becoming damaged