Lower limb support OKD-17

Inflammation of the iliotibial band

A lot of runners suffer from Iliotibial band syndrome (ITBS). We call this condition ‘Runner’s Knee’ also.

The problem is stressed iliotibial band (Gowers tract) that is the outer side of the thigh. It is connected with pelvis, femur, tibia and muscles: tensor fasciae latae and gluteus maximus. The running causes stressing of these structures and progressively worsening pain along the band’s area so along the outer side of the knee. It usually starts 5-7 minutes into a run.

If you feel the pain during training, you should stop it and use ice on the side of the knee immediately. Apart of drugs, injections or surgery, you should try our OKD-17 strap that is dedicated for runners.

Product description

OKD-17 ITB strap works easily – it off loads the iliotibial band in the knee’s area, reducing the inflammation. This solution allows to treat condition faster than surgery.

Our dynamic thigh strap with silicon insert OKD-17 based on REH4MAT rule: MiniMax (minimum device, maximum effect). This is anatomic-shaped universal strap with upper-knee part that stabilizes and supports tendons od iliotibial band and quadriceps. Dynamic mechanism compress the thigh precisely.

Additional advantage is silicone insert provides vibration dampening that supports the inflammation area and prevents against the strap’s slipping. The silicone insert improves the cellular metabolism and blood circulation. Micro-massage stimulates the cellular activity and increases the permeability of a plasma membrane. In this case the inflammation is reduced. OKD-17 ITB strap supports tendons and muscles what allows to continue the physical activity.

If you’re an active person who enjoys running or other sports, and you’re facing chronic pain on the external side of the knee forget about them. Our OKD-17 ITB Strap with Silicone Insert for Vibration Dampening is special for you!

The brace is made of ActivePren™.

Purpose of use

– Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS) (Runner’s Knee)

MiniMax principle

MiniMax is the first principle of REH4MAT that focuses on maximum effect in minimum device. Designing of our braces, we focus heavily on their effectiveness where, aside from functionality, the size of braces is significant. Unique constructions of our devices provide maximum safety and protection with little sizes. It allows to use comfortably our braces in sport shoes or under clothes.

Size	Circumference above the knee	How to measure
	min 25 cm – max 40 cm (min 9,8″ – max 15,7″)

Fits both left and right leg
Total height of the product: 6 cm (2,4″)

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MATERIALS

ActivePren™

ActivePren™ is an active three-layer material consisting of two elastic jersey cover fabrics and a core made of neoprene foam. This material is characterized by softness and high flexibility. A very important advantage of this material is the fact that it is not a knitted product, it does not have thick fibers, so that the weaves of the material do not imprint on the patient's skin and do not cause abrasionsin places of high compression. Products made of ActivePren are the strongest and most effective stabilizing orthoses available on the market.

TECHNOLOGICAL SYSTEMS

PROTECT BY SILICONE

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