1b. Position the brace under the knee
with the straps located laterally.*
2a. Wrap the bottom strap securely
around the calf.
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
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
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.
Larger and custom sizes are available upon request.
