Knee Support
Knee Support
DESIGNED TO HELP REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURIES DURING OR AFTER INTENSE ACTIVITIES
The Knee Support provides compression and heat to support weak knee muscles and joints following strains, sprains and other stress-related injuries.
Characteristics :
- Retains body heat, increases blood circulation and helps keep muscles supple
- Padded open patella for enhanced stability with less pressure on the patella
- Sleeve support
- Remains effective when wet (does not absorb water)
- Provides therapeutic heat and compression
- Colour: black
Indications :
- Strains
- Sprain
- Post-traumatic usage
- Weightlifting
- Sports
Adjustment :
Pull up the knee support and make sure the opening is around the patella. Adjust for comfort.
Made of :
Neoprene covered with non-brushed nylon.
Cleaning :
Wash by hand with mild soap and air dry.
| CODE | KNEE CIRCUMFERENCE | SIZE |
| 9437 | 33 – 36 cm (13” – 14”) | SMALL |
| 9438 | 36 – 38 cm (14” – 15”) | MEDIUM |
| 9439 | 38 – 43 cm (15” – 17”) | LARGE |
| 9440 | 43 – 51 cm (17” – 20”) | XLARGE |
To determine proper size, measure the circumference at the mid-section of the knee joint. If the result is between two sizes, choose the largest.
Pull up the knee sleeve and make sure the opening on the knee support is around the patella.
Wash by hand with mild soap and air-dry.
If pain should persist, or if you wish to know more about how to use this product, consult a health specialist.
Polyurethane Underwrap
Orthopedics Formedica Sport®
DESIGNED TO HELP KEEP BANDAGES IN PLACE
Used under the compression bandage or the sport adhesive tape to protect the skin. It allows the bandage to remain in place.
Characteristics
- Very thin layer of polyurethane foam
- Comfortable and easy to use
- Protects the skin from an adhesive bandage
- Prevents the bandage from slipping
- Use with tape 7788
- Colour: beige
Adjustable Knee Support
Knee, Orthopedics Formedica®
Designed to stabilize articulations and protect the patella. It provides comfortable support to weak knee muscles and ligaments due to strains or other stress-related injuries. Neoprene retains body heat, increases blood circulation, and helps keep muscles supple.
Characteristics
- Velcro®-type fasteners for easy adjustment
- Remains effective when wet
- Retains body heat and helps keep muscles supple.
- Neoprene covered with brushed nylon and terry cloth interior
- Easy fit
- Colour: black
- Following strains, sprains and other stress related injuries
- Sports : raquet sports, ball sports, biking, jogging
- Walking
- Activities involving heavy lifting
Wrist Stabilizer
Orthopedics Formedica Sport®, Wrist and Hand
DESIGNED TO STABILIZE THE ARTICULATIONS AND PROVIDE COMFORTABLE SUPPORT TO WEAK WRIST MUSCLES DURING OR AFTER INTENSE ACTIVITIES
The wrist stabilizer can be used to relieve pain following a strain, a sprain or after overusing muscles. It retains body heat, increases blood circulation and helps keep muscles supple. The wrist stabilizer is especially recommended for people suffering from chronic instability in the wrist.
Characteristics :
- Retains body heat, increases blood circulation and helps keep muscles supple Helps to reduce the risk of injuries
- Remains effective when wet (does not absorb water)
- Easy fit
- Strain
- Sprain
- Racket sports
- Ball games
- Heavy objects
- Weightlifting
Adjustment :
Wrap around your wrist and adjust the tension by properly attaching the Velcro® strap. Adjust for comfort.
Made of :
Neoprene covered with brushed nylon.
Cleaning :
Wash by hand with mild soap and air dry.
Instant ice wrap with clips
Orthopedics Formedica Sport®
DESIGNED TO TREAT SPORTS INJURIES, AS WELL AS STRAINS AND SWELLING
FORMEDICA SPORT 2-in-1 instant ice wrap provides compression and cold therapy at the same time. It provides immediate pain relief during or after intense activities and sports.
Characteristics :
- Ready to use
- No refrigeration required
- Keeps cold for hours
- Eliminates the need for ice bag
- Great to use for elbow, knee, ankle and other muscles injuries
- Includes 2 clips
- Single use
Dual Strap Knee and Patella Support
Knee, Orthopedics Formedica Sport®
DESIGNED TO STABILIZE THE ARTICULATIONS AND PROVIDE
OPTIMAL SUPPORT TO WEAK KNEE MUSCLES DURING INTENSE
ACTIVITIES
Characteristics:
- Retains body heat, increases blood circulation and helps keep muscles supple
- Remains effective when wet.
- Does not absorb water.
- Movable compression pads for targeted pain relief.
- Lateral stabilizers help provide enhanced support.
- Adjustable straps allow to customize the level of compression
- Velcro® type fasteners for easy adjustment
- Make sure the FORMEDICA logo is positioned at the top. Position one or two compression pads on the affected side (the pads can be placed on either the medial or lateral side of the patella). Place the centre of the "X" knee support at the back of your knee.
- Wrap around your knee to the front and adjust the tension by properly attaching the Velcro® straps.
- Perforated neoprene covered with non-brushed nylon interior.
- 1/4 inch firm foam pads with Velcro®.
- Wash by hand with mild soap and air dry.
Knee Support
Arthritis care Arthri-Forme™, Knee
DESIGNED TO HELP RELIEVE STIFFNESS, PAIN AND ACHES RELATED TO KNEE ARTHRITIS
Arthritis means the inflammation of the joint and can affect every joints of the body (hands, elbow, knee, ankle, etc…). The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain, stiffness, swelling, etc… The Arthri-Forme Knee Support provides mild compression which helps increase blood circulation. The warmth and proper blood circulation ultimately reduce pain and promote comfort and relief.
Characteristics :
• Easy to wear
• Provides mild compression
• The elastic material ensures superior mobility
• Retains body heat
Made of :
56% wool, 23% elastic, 21% nylon
Indications :
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Joint pain
Therapeutic Sports Belt
Back, Orthopedics Formedica Sport®
DESIGNED TO SUPPORT LOWER BACK AND ABDOMINAL MUSCLES DURING INTENSE ACTIVITIES AND SPORTS
The Therapeutic Sports Belt is recommended to reduce muscle spasms and relax the joints while reducing risks of injury and soreness. With its pouch for a compress, specially designed to maximise the therapeutic benefits of cold treatment (cryotherapy) or heat treatment (thermotherapy) while leaving your hands free.
Characteristics :
- Hot/cold therapy: relieves back pain (compress 401 included)
- Flexible stays provide support
- Effective support to the lower back and abdominal region
- Velcro®-type closures
- Compensate for a deficient abdominal exercise
- Abdominal compression
- Lumbar support
- Helps prevent recurrence or new injuries
- Neoprene covered with brushed tricot and terry cloth interior
- Removable and adjustable tension strap
- Easy fit
- Colour: black
- Intense activities
- Hockey
- Snowmobile
- Weightlifting
- Ice sports
- Motorsports
- Golf
Thigh Support
Orthopedics Formedica Sport®
DESIGNED TO PROVIDE OPTIMAL SUPPORT TO WEAK THIGH MUSCLES AND HELP TO PREVENT RE-INJURY DURING INTENSE ACTIVITIES
FORMEDICA SPORT thigh support helps relieve pain associated with strains, cramps or other stress-related injuries. The 3 adjustable straps ensure perfect fit and customized compression, while perforated neoprene, the main component of the support, retains body heat while releasing excess moisture.
Characteristics :
- Retains body heat, increases blood circulation and helps keep muscles supple
- Remains effective when wet (does not absorb water)
- 3 adjustable straps allow to customize the level of compression
- Velcro® type fasteners for easy adjustment
- Easy fit
- Strain
- Cramp
- Running
- Ice sports
- Cycling
- Racket sports
- Ball games
Lycragel Knee & Patella Stabilizer
Knee, Orthopedics Formedica®
Designed to provide comfortable support to lateral ligaments and patella. The flexible spiral hinge on each side help to stabilize knee ligaments while the gel insert helps to reduce direct compression on the patella. The Lycragel™ Knee and Patella Stabilizer may be used following treatments and pain alleviation associated with certain common patella syndromes such as: sprints, sprains and swelling. It limits shock and vibration on patella therefore helps to reduce the risk of injury during physical activity.
Characteristics
- Ergonomic model: elasticate fabric provides even compression
- One flexible spiral hinge on each side
- Provides compression and support
- Firm support
- Easy fit
- Colour: beige
- Various patellar (kneecap) traumatisms
- Racquet sports, ball sports, jogging, biking
- Activities involving heavy lifting
- Walking
Athletic Support
Back, Orthopedics Formedica Sport®DESIGNED TO PREVENT INJURIES BY PROVIDING CONSTANT AND COMFORTABLE SUPPORT DURING ACTIVITIES OF MODERATE INTENSITY
Its wide waistband prevents roll up while leg straps keep support in place and provide proper fit.
Characteristics :- Wide elastic waistband (3”/ 7.5 cm) prevents roll up
- Velcro®-type closures for easy adjustment
- Soft and comfortable pouch
- Elastic leg straps maintain support in place
- Colour: white
Indications :
- Post-surgery
- Vasectomy
- Testicular tumor
- Sports (jogging, racquet sports, ball sports, hockey, etc.)
- Heavy duty
Adjustment :
Put on the athletic support and attach the Velcro® closures. Adjust for comfort.
Made of :
Waistband and leg straps: elastic.
Pouch: knitted polyester.
Cleaning :
Hand wash in cold water. Dry flat.
Elastic Ankle Support
Ankle, Orthopedics Formedica Sport®DESIGNED TO PROVIDE LIGHT AND COMFORTABLE SUPPORT TO THE ANKLE DURING MODERATE ACTIVITIES
It does not restrict movements and may be used during physical activity.
Characteristics :
- Helps to reduce the risk of injuries
- Even and comfortable compression
- Light support
- Easy adjustment
- Ideal for the treatment of minor injuries
- Does not restrict movement
- Washable and reusable
- Colour: black
Indications :
- Swelling
- Ankle instability
- Multisports
Adjustment :
Pull up the ankle sleeve and adjust for comfort.
Made of :
77% nylon, 23% elastic.
Cleaning :
Wash by hand with mild soap and air dry.
Hinged Knee Brace
Knee, Orthopedics Formedica®
Designed to provide firm support during physical activities. A snug fit to the knee for your comfort, this firm support does not restrain movements and lessens the risk of injuries during activity. Lateral hinges provide effective support and increase safety; the removable cushion around the patella opening stabilizes the patella and disengages the kneecap to avoid direct pressure on the knee. Specially designed to support the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL), it may also be used for many different patella problems, including Chondromalacia, Patella Tendonitis, Subluxation and Dislocation. Neoprene retains body heat, increases blood circulation, and helps keep muscles supple.
Characteristics
- Removable hinges provide a 180° extension
- Patella opening with removable cushion
- Back opening to enable flexion
- Colour: black
- Various kneecap problems, such as chondromalacia of the patella, tendonitis and partial or total patellar subluxation.
- Raquet sports, ball sports, jogging, biking
- Activities involving heavy lifting
- Walking