3M FUTURO™ Sport Adjustable Knee Strap
(New & Improved Version)



This Futuro Sport Adjustable Knee Strap is designed to help relieve symptoms of Chondromalacia (irritated kneecap) or tendonitis of the knee by providing gentle pressure to the tendons below the kneecap (patella).

The new and improved version features an improved reinforced center pad that delivers targeted pressure to help relieve patella tendon pain, and outside pads that help improve patella tracking.


Features & Benefits:

As an authorized distributor of 3M Futuro products, you can be rest assured that you will receive the New & Improved Version.


New Model:



The new & improved pressure pad is better contoured to fit under your knee cap and helps to support and relieve the discomfort or pain you feel at the knee cap area:





Old Model:




Product Video:





Understanding the Knee:

The knee is one of the largest joints in the human body, and one of the most complex. With its incredible three-dimensional range of motion, the knee can be a source of pain due to injury, aging, surgery or physical inactivity.


See below for some of the common problem areas:






1) Meniscus

 "Damage to the meniscus can usually be traced to wear on the joint – over the years the tissue loses its elasticity and is no longer as firm. Accidents, such as those that occur during skiing or basketball, often play only a secondary role. Though trauma can cause damage on its own in some cases, chronic overuse or incorrect use of this joint in our day-to-day lives – even if we’re unaware of a problem – constitutes another cause of injury. Pain is noticeable in everyday movements. Knee supports, in combination with appropriate athletic activities and physical therapy, are a component of treatment."


2) Ligaments

"Injuries to the cruciate and collateral ligaments are usually the result of an accident in which external forces acting on the knee exceed what the ligaments can handle. Whether you’ve been skiing or playing soccer, intense pain, rapid swelling of the knee joint, and little or no movement are all signs that point to a possible ligament injury.
Many ligament injuries require surgery. Knee supports complement subsequent rehabilitation efforts."


3) Cartilage Damage

"In addition to normal, age-related wear and tear on the knee, the joint can also be worn down or its cartilage damaged if an individual is significantly bowlegged or knock-kneed. Changes such as these can sneak up on a person, with pain often first appearing during perfectly normal, day-to-day activities. In its advanced stages, this condition severely limits the movement of the joint.
Anti-rheumatoid painkillers along with a knee support can help reduce or even eliminate pain"


4) Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome

"This term encompasses a variety of different conditions related to the kneecap (patella). These conditions range from disorders of the upper leg muscles to a congenital malformation in which the kneecap is prone to lateral dislocation.

Typically, pain occurs when walking, running or straightening up after squatting.

Helpful treatment options can include physical training for the thigh muscles aimed specifically at improving their ability to hold the kneecap in place and/or move it properly. The use of a knee support is also helpful."


Source: www.futuro.com / Picture Source for Knee Anatomy: http://orthoinfo.aaos.org 


  Note: This information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
Always seek the advice of a doctor with any questions regarding a medical condition. Do not disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you read here.






How To Wear:


 

Step 1: Wrap strap just below knee, with Pressure Pad directly under kneecap, against skin.





Step 2: Loop strap through buckle and adhere fastener.




Step 3: Adjust strap until fit is firm, yet comfortable. DO NOT constrict blood flow.



Sizing:


Adjust to Fit: 12.5-17.5 in. (31.8-44.5 cm).



Customer Reviews:





Care Instructions:

Close strap fastener before washing. Hand wash with mild soap in warm (not hot) water.
Rinse well and air dry.

DO NOT: machine wash, tumble dry, dry clean, or use bleach or fabric softeners.






Our Promise:

At FUTURO™ Brand, we design our products to promote a better quality of life for our customers.



To ensure that FUTURO brand remains among the most trusted names in braces and supports, all of our products are supported by our expert panel of engineers and medical professionals.


These experts research, develop and test both existing and new products, combining what is seen in practice with the needs of consumers and allowing only the best to make it to the customer. This is necessary to ensure that state-of-the-art intelligence, ideas and solutions are featured in our innovative line of products. All with one goal in mind: to help you live life to the fullest.