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Description
The Reliever is a custom, double upright (two hinges) carbon graphite unloader brace intended to treat knee arthritis. The loadshifter mechanism is always placed on the side of the pathology. It is adjustable so compartment unloading and patient comfort can be optimized.
Large Carbon Graphite shells make this brace appropriate for obese patients, patients with unique anatomy, or ligament instability coupled with osteoarthritis.
This unloader brace requires a prescription and can only be purchased by our Credentialed Members. A prescription form is available on this web page for you to take to your doctor. This knee brace requires a prescription because it will change your knee biomechanics.
If you are a patient interested in this knee brace then please contact one of our Credentialed Members. This will ensure you are treated by a certified practitioner who is properly qualified to fit you with this knee unloader.
Indications
- Unicompartmental Osteoarthritis
- Unicompartmental Knee Conditions Requiring Unloading
- Articular Cartilage Defect Repair
- Meniscal Cartilage Repair
- Avascular Necrosis
- Tibial Plateau Fracture
Sizing
Custom built from a cast mold, digital leg scan, or Townsend measuring system.



