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C o N T r a - I N d I C aT I o N S
• Allergic, inflammatory or injury-related skin changes (e.g. swelling, redness) of the body areas to be cared for.
• Impaired circulation or lymphatic soft tissue swelling.
• Neurogenic disorders of the sensory system and skin trophism in the body area to be cared for (sensory disorders
with and without skin damage).
S I d E - E F F E C T S
If used appropriately and correctly, there are no general side effects, intolerances with long-term effects or allergic
reactions known to date.
I N T E N d E d PaT I E N T Ta r G E T G r o U P
The target group is all patients, taking into account indications and contraindications. Instruction and allocation of the
correct size is carried out by medical professionals.
P U T T I N G I T o N a N d U S E
• Opening the click locks and releasing the strap tension: Release the four straps by pressing the respective click lock
button on the inside of the brace. Repeat this for all four straps. Press the digit of the Novel button on the outside of
the brace and pull on the strap to lengthen it. Repeat this for all four straps 1.
• Putting on the brace: Sit on the edge of a chair and place the brace on the leg with the knee bent at about 30°.The
centre of the joint should be at the level of the upper edge of the kneecap (patella). Close the shin strap so that the
joint is in the middle of the knee 2.
• Adjusting the straps: Pull the strap 1 tight and make sure that the strap is not twisted. Guide the strap around your
lower leg. Close it by inserting it into the click closure on the inside of the brace. A short clicking sound confirms
correct closure. Make sure that the strap 1 runs above the calf belly 3.
• Tensioning the straps:You get the necessary strap tension by turning the Novel knob on the outside of the brace.
Then repeat these steps for straps 2 - 4. Note that when tightening strap 2, the calf cuff lifts about 1 cm above the
shin. This is normal and necessary for a good fit of the brace 4.
• Closing the front Velcro fasteners: The front shin and thigh straps only need to be adjusted by the prosthetist during
the first fitting 5.
• Check: Check the position of the brace while standing with the leg extended.The joint centre of the brace should be
on the upper edge of the kneecap (patella).You can readjust the straps as needed to ensure a tight fit 6.
• Removing the brace: Press the click lock buttons on the inside of the brace one after the other.You can then pull the
brace away to the front 7.
N o T E S F o r T H E o r T H o Pa E d I C T E C H N I C I a N
• GENUDYN ® OA is delivered with a correct strap sequence for dynamic stabilisation for unicompartmental un-
loading.
• The fit, joint position and strapping must always be checked for correctness, even when the patient is standing.The
front straps remain closed when donning and doffing and the rear straps are opened and closed via the quick-release
buckles. All straps should be tightly fastened but should not cause constriction.
• The brace frame is made of aluminium and can be individually bent by the orthopaedic technician.
• All strap lengths are set during fitting and should only be changed later by the patient in case of problems, for example
due to circumference changes.
a ) n o V e l t ur nin g w h e e l s y s t e M F o r Q ui c K a d Ju s t M e n t:
• The innovative NOVEL system makes it easy to readjust the belt tension - even through clothing 1A.
• A Turning clockwise tightens the belts - the belt tension can be increased in fine doses.
• B Press the inner button to release the belt tension.
B ) F ur t h e r a d Ju s t M e n t a n d c u s t o Mi s at i o n o p t i o n s :
• Opening the click fasteners: Release the straps by pressing the click fastener on the inside of the brace. Do this for all
four straps 1B.
• Releasing the belt tension: Press the digit on the Novel button and pull on the belt to lengthen it. Do this for all four
straps. Next, sit on the edge of a chair and place the brace on the leg at about 30° flexion.The centre of the joint should
be at the level of the upper edge of the kneecap (patella). Close the shin strap so that the joint is in the middle of the knee 2B.
• Front Velcro fasteners: The anterior tibia and femur straps do not have click fasteners but a Velcro fastener. Loosen both
straps only during the initial fitting.The patient should not readjust these straps 3B.
• Closing strap 1: Pull strap 1 tight and make sure that the strap is not twisted. Guide the strap behind the lower leg and
close it with the click closure on the medial side of the brace. Make sure that the strap 1 runs above the calf belly 4B.
• Belts 2, 3 and 4: Repeat the steps from belt 1 5B.
• Close the front Velcro fasteners: Close the straps so that they fit comfortably and conform to the body and stabilise
well 6B.
• Check: Check the position of the brace while standing and with your leg extended.The joint centre of the brace should
be on the upper edge of the kneecap (patella) 7B.
• Note: All straps except the tibia and femur strap are numbered consecutively. Make sure that you always close the
straps in the correct order. Normally, the tibia and femur straps do not need to be readjusted after the initial fitting 8B.
C ) a d Ju s t M e n t o F t h e c u s hi o n s a n d B e lt s :
• Pad length: For optimal fit and wearing comfort, the strap pads must be centred on the leg when the straps are tighte-
ned. If a strap pad is too long, remove it from the strap and cut it to fit 1C with scissors.
• Strap length: To adjust the strap length, open the quick release. Loosen the Velcro on the other end of the belt and
adjust the length accordingly 2C.
• Condylar pads: The medial and lateral condylar pads are interchangeable and should be adjusted according to the
indication. For example, when relieving the medial compartment, the condylar pad should fit the knee laterally and
have some free space medially.
d ) s e t t in g t h e J o in t l iMi t:
• When delivered, the brace is already set to 0° extension.
Additional screws and an Allen key for adjusting the extension (EXT) and flexion (FLEX) are included in the scope of
delivery.
• The following joint stops are possible:
EXT: 20°, 30°, 40°
FLEX: 45°, 60°, 75°, 90°
1. Remove condylar pads: Remove the condylar pads by detaching them from the inside of the brace (medial
and lateral) 1D.
2. Inserting the screws: Determine the desired degree of extension and/or flexion and screw the enclosed screws into the
corresponding hole using the Allen key provided.
• Screw medial and lateral screws into the same EXT 2D and/or FLEX 3D holes. Do not overtighten the screws.
• You can use the side wheel to adjust and fine-tune the corrective force of the brace depending on the degree of
gonarthrosis, pain sensation, activity and daily form 4D.
I M P o r Ta N T I N F o r M aT I o N
• Essentially, the indication for and duration of wearing of any orthopaedic device in general, as well as the presence of
any of the conditions below in particular, should be discussed with the doctor who is in charge of your treatment.
• Check the functioning of the product with your doctor or specialist retailer.
• The product is designed to treat one patient.
• Do not wear the product directly against open wounds.
• In order for the product to have a long service life and function, it may not be worn in conjunction with oily/greasy or
acidic products, ointments or lotions.
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