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Shields Knee Brace Application

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1a.  Using the popliteal opening as a guide... 1b.  Position the brace under the knee with the straps located laterally.* 2a.  Wrap the bottom strap securely around the calf.
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2b.  And the top strap around the thigh. (Note:  Ensure that the patella is centrally located).  A large "D" shaped window should be apparent around the patella area. 3. Place the u-shaped buttress, hook side up, directly against the patella. 4a.  Press the buttress against the patella with one hand.  Pull the lower flap across the buttress and adhere the end of the flap to the medial side of the brace
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4b.  Switch hands while continuing to apply pressure to the buttress, outside of the flap. 4c.  Pull the upper flap across the buttress and adhere the end to the medial side of the brace. 5. The wearer should feel the buttress snugly against the patella.  Adjust accordingly to relieve pain and increase function.

*Note:  Reverse direction of application for patients with medial patellar subluxation.

SHEILDS KNEE BRACE®
Dynamic Patella Stabilization with Directional Force

Sheilds Knee Brace Support

Sheilds Patella tracking knee brace support Introducing the most advanced orthopedic bracing technology available for patellofemoral tracking problems.
  • Easy to use, fits either right or left knee.
  • Wrap around design allows for easier application, better fit, less migration, and decreased sizing needs.
  • Adjustable buttress and flap system.
  • Open Popliteal design allows for greater comfort during flexion.
  • Successfully controls the common patella malalignments of glide, tilt, and AP tilt.
Easy Application.  Easy as 1, 2, 3.
1

 

Position brace with hole behind knee an all straps on the lateral (outside) of the knee.  Close the top and bottom straps of the brace securely around the thigh and calf.
Make sure the patella (knee cap is centrally located in the brace. (See figure 1)
2 Take the U-shaped buttress from the flap and position the soft rubber side against the lateral outside of patella.  It is important to position the buttress directly next to the patella.  (See figure 2)
3 Bring flap over, so it adheres to the buttress.
Push the buttress inward (medial) with one hand while pulling the flap straps with the other.
Adhere the ends of the flap to the medial side of the brace.  (See figure 3)
Presenting the most advanced orthopedic bracing technology available for the treatment of patellofemoral tracking problems.  The Shields Brace effectively treats malalignments of patella glide, patella tilt, and AP tilt by utilizing dynamic force to properly align the patella.

The patella buttressing mechanism is separated from the support wrap through the use of an independent Directional Force Flap.  This ensures that the buttress moves freely and remains in contact with the patella during activity, and moves with the patella through rehabilitation.

Dynamic force against the patella is generated when the Spectron Buttress is applied in the desired position to the Directional Force Flap, then pulled tight.  The unique U-shaped Buttress unites the properties of the Spectron non-slip surface with the soft tubular rubber core to create aflexible, adjustable buttress.  The buttress can be custom applied to treat a wide range of patella ailments.

The Shields Brace is constucted of Kuhl perforated neoprene which allows moisture to escape and leaves the skin dry and comfortable.

Useful in treating the following:

  • Common Malalignments of Patella Glide, Patella Tilt, and AP Tilt
  • Lateral or medial subluxation
  • Patella Dislocation
  • Chondromalacia
  • Rehabilitation After Total Knee Replacement

Developed with the help of Dr. Shields.  Dr. Shields is an Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine at the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopaedic Clinic in Los Angeles, California.  Formerly a team physician for the Los Angles Rams, Dr. Shields still serves as a neutral physician for the national Football League.  He is a former president of the AOSSM.  He serves as the Associate Clinical Professor in the Dept. of Orthopaedics at the University of Southern California, and as the Assistant Professor at the Charles Drew School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA.

Shields Patella Tracker Sizing- measure mid-patella circumference
with leg extended
Size Knee Circumference Standard Hinge
$64.50  Item #
X-Small 10-12" HW-5674-XS
Small 12-14" HW-5674-S
Medium 14-16" HW-5674-M
Large 16-18" HW-5674-L
X-Large 18-20" HW-5674-XL
XX-Large 20-22" HW-5674-XXL
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