Suggested HCPCS: A4466
Neoprene Palumbo Stabilizing Brace with encircling patented pad-
straps for patellar control.
Purpose: For conservative treatment of patellar instability
permitting delay or avoidance of surgery.
Function: Provides a dynamic, medially displacing force to
the patella enabling functional activity while providing stability
throughout the full range of knee motion.
Features:
- Patented pad-strap unit for patellar control.
- Easy to apply and use (adaptable right or left).
Indications for use:
- For prevention of patella subluxation and dislocation.
- To reduce patellofemoral chondromalacia and arthritis by "dissipation of forces."
- To stretch contracting patellofemoral ligamentand lateral retinaculum.
- To prevent stretching of the medial retinaculum.
- To prevent contracture of the lateral retinaculum in postoperative
management (lateral release and/or transfer).
Sized according to circumference 3" above and 3" below mid patella.
Sizes | 3" Above | 3" Below |
X-Small | 10"-11¾" | 8½"-10" |
Small | 11¾"-13½" | 10"-11½" |
Medium Small | 13½"-15¼" | 11½"-13" |
Medium | 15¼"-17" | 13"-14½" |
Medium Large | 17"-19" | 14½"-16" |
Large | 19"-21" | 16"-17½" |
X-Large | 21"-23½" | 17½"-19" |
Available Options:
Size:
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