CHEAPEST Bledsoe Merit OR Knee Brace | Post Op Hinged Knee Support| Knee Braces & Supports

The Bledsoe Merit OR Knee Brace frees the surgeon or authorized technician from the time-consuming post-op fitting and application that is required with more complex brace designs. The Bledsoe Cool Merit OR knee brace provides the same benefits as the Bledsoe OR in a cool, open design for warm climates.

Indications
This device is indicated for locked or limited motion control of knee during rehabilitation after operative procedures or injury to knee ligaments, cartilage, or stable or internally fixed fractures of tibial plateau, condyles, or proximal tibia and distal femur.

Contraindications
This device is contraindicated for unstable fractures or for fractures of the proximal femur or the distal tibia or fibula.

Bledsoe Merit OR vs. other brands

Features	Bledsoe OR Knee Brace	Other Brands
Skin Comfort	Open-cell, breathable foam laminate increases comfort and reduces possibility of skin problems.	Flame bonded technique closes foam pores and increases possibility of skin problems.
Hinge	Hinge adjusts every 10°, can be adjusted without tools, and can be locked for patient security.	Hinge does not lock without play, no protection from flexion contractures.
Hinge Suspension	Brace has calf suspension strap so brace suspends on the gastrocnemius muscle.	Either no suspension on most braces, or sharp aluminum ends that create discomfort. If hinge slides down, the brace pushes tibia forward during flexion placing dangerous stress on ACL repairs.
Formable Uprights	Formable uprights allow proper anatomical fit to maximize comfort and safety.	Molded plastic pieces or uprights with tabs prevent forming. This causes reduced comfort and control.
Security & Control	Straps engage and lock to brace uprights ? stopping the leg within the proper range for safety.	Straps pass over the uprights or through slots ? even though the hinge stops, the leg keeps moving.

Ordering Information

Merit OR Knee Brace HCFA Code: L1832
Leg Length: Measure from 1" (2.5 cm) below crotch to ankle.

Length	Brace Size	Merit OR	Cool Merit OR
16-22" (40.6-55.9 cm)	Short	EK080001	EK083001
22-26" (55.9-66 cm)	Regular	EK080005	EK083005
26-30" (66-76.2 cm)	Long	EK080007	EK083007
30"+ (76.2 cm+)	X-Long	EK080009	EK083009