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Description
The Comfy Spring Loaded Goniometer Knee Orthosis is a dynamic splint that works to help increase elbow extension following surgery, CVA, injury or neurological complications and also helps ameliorate strong flexor tones. This splint allows for progressive extension in 10° increments. The spring goniometer mechanism allows one to set the degree of flexion and extension desired. When the patient flexes the knee to the maximum flexion, a spring load gently pushes the extremity to the pre-set degree of extension. The goniometer is set by using an allen wrench which is conveniently stored in the orthosis under the cover. The SGK101 is excellent for the patient with strong flexor tone. It comes with soft, comfortable and washable "Comfy" terry cloth cover.
The Comfy Spring Loaded Goniometer Knee Orthosis is indicated for patients with non-fixed contractures. A non-fixed contracture is any contracted joint that can be flexed or extended. Knee joints contractures are classified as:
- 5-30 degrees = mild contracture
- 30-90 degrees = moderate contracture
- 90 degress plus = severe contracture
Therapeutic uses of the Comfy Spring Loaded Goniometer Knee Orthosis :
- Graduated extension of the Knee
- Treatment of non-fixed contractures of the Knee
- Helps restrict arthritic chages and deformity related to neuromascular impairment
- Positions flaccid Knee in functional position
- Maintains skin integrity by absorbing moisture, allowing air circulation and preventing skin maceration
Sizing
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| Size |
Knee Crease to Ankle |
Knee Crease to Thigh |
Total Length |
Circum below Thigh |
Circum above Calf |
| Adult |
7" |
7" |
14" |
19" - 23" |
16" - 20" |
| Adult Small |
6" |
6" |
12" |
13" - 19" |
11" - 16" |
| Pediatric Large |
5 1/4" |
5 1/4" |
10.5" |
10" - 14" |
8" - 13" |
| Pediatric Medium |
4 1/2" |
4 1/2" |
9" |
6" - 11" |
5" - 10" |
| Pediatric Small |
3 3/4" |
3 3/4" |
7.5" |
5" - 10" |
4" - 6" |
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