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FIGURE 1
a. SmartDosing
b. SmartDosing
c. Upper Dynamic Force System (DFS) Strap
d. Lower Dynamic Force System (DFS) Strap
e. Sleeve Slots
f. Polycentric Hinge
g. Calf Strap
h. Button Hook Holes
i. Hook Tab

INDICATIONS FOR USE

• Mild to moderate unicompartmental osteoarthritis
• Degenerative meniscal tears
• Other knee conditions that may benefit from unicompartmental
unloading
CAUTION
For users with peripheral vascular disease, neuropathy, and sensitive
skin, close practitioner supervision is recommended. If redness appears,
decrease usage of brace. Increase usage slowly as skin adapts.
UNLOADER ONE
modified to fit individual patient contour by an orthotist or qualified
practitioner. A proper fit is key to achieving effective pain relief from the
brace.
INITIAL APPLICATION AND ADJUSTMENT
Preparation and Donning (Figures 2–4)
• Pull out SmartDosing
• Before donning brace, undo calf strap and loosen both DFS straps by
pulling both at the same time.
• Detach lower DFS strap from shell by sliding hook tab downward,
then lifting it up from shell hole and out from sleeve (strap stays
attached to hook tab during this movement).
• Ask user to don brace while seated. Then in standing position, align
brace such that patella top is level with mid-hinge.
Upper DFS Strap Adjustment (Figures 5–8)
• Pull upper strap slightly further, until yellow indicator component is
accessible.
• Hold yellow component in place while detaching upper strap from
button hooks.
• Estimate ideal strap length by holding it against the leg with two
fingers underneath.
• Trim strap, making sure to leave at least one extra set of holes above
sleeve slot.
• Reattach strap to button hooks.
Lower DFS Strap Adjustment (Figures 9–11)
• Detach strap from hook tab.
• Hold strap against leg with two fingers underneath in order to
determine ideal length.
• When cutting strap, leave at least one extra set of holes below sleeve
Dial
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Scale with Indicators
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LITE is a field adaptable knee brace, and should be
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dial to release.
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