At Covent Garden Physio, we offer specialist knee bracing solutions to support recovery, reduce pain, and improve mobility. We provide two clinically proven options, tailored to individual needs:
Unloader One X Knee Brace
Designed for patients with Osteoarthritis, the Unloader One X uses a patented 3-point Leverage System to reduce pressure on the affected side of the joint.
Unicompartment Osteoarthritis is a degenerative condition affecting the cartilage within the joint, leading to bone-on-bone contact causing pain and loss of movement.
The system works by offloading the pressure from the affected side of the knee, thereby reducing bone-on-bone contact and friction, relieving pain and enhancing mobility.
Recommended by NICE guidelines, this brace is an effective non-surgical option when combined with physiotherapy, exercise, and lifestyle changes.
Brace Fitting:
A common pitfall that individuals often experience when seeking a brace is purchasing an off-the-shelf solution without professional guidance. While seeminly convenient, this approach can lead to a brace that is ill-fitting, uncomfortable, and, crucially, ineffective for your specific needs. In some cases, an improperly fitted brace can even exacerbate an existing condition or lead to new problems.
At our clinic, we eliminate this risk by offering a comprehensive brace fitting service delivered by our expert physiotherapists. Our service includes:
- Personalised Assessment for Optimal Brace Selection: After a thorough assessment of your condition, our physiotherapists will advise you on the most suitable brace for your specific needs.
- Precise Measurement: Our physiotherapists will use accurate measuring techniques to ensure that the brace is tailored to your body and your needs; consequently, increasing the brace’s effectiveness. This attention to detail minimises the risk of slippage, rubbing or discomfort.
- Professional Fitting: After precise measurement, our physiotherapists will work with you to experly adjust the brace and ensure maximum therapeutic benefit. They will also take the time to educate you on how to correctly wear, adjust and care for your brace. This empowers you to use it effectively at home, ensuring it consistently provides the support and comfort intended. You’ll learn about the correct tension, how to monitor for any pressure points, and when and how often to wear it, transforming the brace from a passive aid into an active tool in your recovery.
- Integration into Your Rehabilitation Plan: Our brace fitting service is not an isolated event; it’s a vital component of your broader rehabilitation plan. Your physiotherapist will explain how the brace compliments your exercises, manual therapy, and other treatments, ensuring a synergistic approach to your recovery. This holistic method accelerates healing, improves function, and helps prevent future re-injury.
Don’t compromise on your recovery. Invest in a brace that truly works for you. Our in-clinic brace fitting service offers a professional, personalised, and effective solution that will optimise your rehabilitation, enhance your comfort, and set you firmly on the path to lasting well-being. Schedule your assessment today and experience the tangible benefits of expert care.
Further information can be found here: https://www.ossur.com/en-gb/bracing-and-supports/unloader
