Short Description
The Ossur Unloader One Knee Brace is a lightweight, easy to use, non-surgical treatment option for the symptoms associated with osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee. Numerous clinical studies have proven the Unloader One OTS® to reduce one's reliance on pain medications, enhance mobility, and improve overall knee function during walking activities. Its lightweight design is easy to use and apply for use underneath clothes.
The Unloader One improves your quality of life with a comfortable brace that exemplifies advanced technology and an understanding of biomechanics and design. It's half the weight of the original design that debuted years ago, and effectively restores mobility while reducing pain. As with the custom model, this osteoarthritis unloader knee brace preserves the clinically-proven Ossur Unloader 3-Points of Leverage design by incorporating Dual Dynamic Force Straps that are easily fine tuned via a Dynamic Force Control System. The rachet-style buckles allow for easy fitting and fine tune adjustments for enhancing support. Color-coded straps and breathable padding with Össur Sensil® Silicone are specially designed to improve suspension and ensure a secure fit. The Unloader One knee brace provides greater comfort and patient compliance.
New: SmartDosing, powered by Boa®Technology, provides patients with a simplified, single-hand dosing dial for on-the-fly adjustability of the dual Dynamic Force Straps (DFS), helping them better manage their unicompartmental OA knee pain. And, by utilizing the new SmartDosing dial, users can easily adjust the dual DFS tension right through their clothes.
Ossur Unloader One Arthritis Knee Brace Features:
- Flexible, low-profile uprights - contour to the patient’s individual anatomy for a precise fit.
- Frame shell - perforated for flexibility and ventilation.
- Inconspicuous – fits comfortably underneath clothing
- Quick Connect Strapping - for tool-free removal and replacement.
- Dual Dynamic Force Straps - increase unloading capabilities.
- Eliminates rotational tendencies caused by a single strap.
- Lightweight 16 oz. Off-the-shelf OTS knee frame.
- 15.5" Length.
- Racheting Dynamic Force Control System enables tool-free self-dosing by the patient.
- Quick Fit Buckles with leverage arms enable easy application.
- Easy removal without the need for awkward strap adjustment.
- Padding with Aerospacer material coated with Ossur Sensil Silicone Technology.
- Remains in place – won’t migrate.
- Optional SmartDosing (optional style - extra charges apply)
- Suitable for all activity levels.
- Fits thigh circumferences of 13.5” to 29” (34.3cm to 73.5cm) and calf circumferences of 9.8” to 24” (24.9cm to 61.5cm) - see our sizing chart tab for important measurement instructions.
Which Unloader One OTS Version Is Right For Me?
You should choose the Medial type to treat a bowlegged (varus) look caused by medial compartment osteoarthritis, and you should choose a Lateral type to treat knock knees (valgus) look caused by lateral compartment osteoarthritis. The Standard length = 15.5", Fits 5"3" and taller. Short length = 14.5", Fits 5'2" and shorter.
The Ossur Unloader One® is commonly used for:
- Mild to severe uni-compartmental osteoarthritis.
- Pain and inflammation reduction.
- May allow patient the ability to postpone osteotomy or total joint procedures.
- To increase activities without adding discomfort.
- Osteoarthritis knee pain.
- Post-operative or post-injury to help relieve stress on healing compartments.
- Articular cartilage defect repairs.
- Tibial plateau fracture.
- Meniscal cartilage repair.
- Avascular necrosis.
- All non-contact activities.