cooper
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Try ortho-flex. orthoflex-ca.com i think there the best of the best . but they cost $$$$$
Knee braces
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Vertical-Extreme
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Yep go see Shawn, he will have you hooked up in no time!
he did both of my custom CTi's
Hey guys. Dr. Shawn from Action Sports Clinic in Calgary. I'd strongly recommend custom CTi over others for the purpose of sledding. When I fit them, for sledders, I always include the motocross kit and all the goodies. CTi has been the market leader for several decades now. Incidentally, CTi braces are getting a nice upgrade in 2013, so that's cool. The other great thing is that custom CTi braces are usually covered by medical insurance, so we can help get that sorted out if you decide you want to go with custom. Email me at sportsclinic97@gmail.com if you need more info. Cheers
PBNFLD
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I ride with asterisk on both motocross and sled. I love em! Some ppl say they are a little bulky, but I never notice this, as I always wear a little baggier pant for a little more maneuverability. I think they were around $700-800 for the pair.
the_real_wild1
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Sent you an email. Hoping I can get set up in a month or so
DragonDiva
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Custom braces work the best but may require $$$ investment if you don't have insurance coverage. I had a custom one done for down hill skiing more that 10 years ago and I am still wearing the same one for sledding. Last year, I did replace some of the straps and velcro padding. My knee is shot even with 5 different surgeries. Having a specialist assess your knee condition is important as different braces work better for different people. My brace only has one pivot joint on the outside of the knee as my legs are somewhat knock kneed. I had a brace before this one with double joints (inside and out) and I had more issues with it.
the_real_wild1
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Thats just because you abuse them too much lol
Destroyer
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a few of my buddy's that ride motocross and sleds have been through multiple knee injuries and they all recomend CTi's. One guy in particular has tried alot of different braces and chooses Cti's
Just a quick point of clarification. Dragon Diva is using what is called an "unloader", which is typically used for someone with osteoarthritis, or damaged and worn cartilage. I typically don't put someone in a single pivot style brace unless they have that type of condition, or like Dragon Diva described as having "knock knees". The typical brace we use for moto or sledding is a ligament brace, such as the CTi, which provides stability throughout the whole knee joint. I'm not saying that one brace is better than another, but rather just clarifying the point that there are several types of custom braces that we can make for patients. When I make a brace for someone, I take into consideration details such as the sport it is being used for, the general physical condition of the patient, the medical history, including previous injuries, xrays/MRIs, and surgeries and so forth. Once I have all that information, then we decide which style of brace to use. The professional that made Dragon Diva's brace took all those factors into account when the brace was made and opted for a single pivot.
I hope that helps!!
Dr. Shawn
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Thanks for adding your expert knowledge. My brace was actually prescribed by Dr. Bray from the UofC Sports Medicine Clinic. And yes, I have pretty much no cartilage left in my knee along with a ACL Reconstruction. Not sure how many year's left on the knee but if I don't wear my brace while sledding, I pretty much can't walk after 2 days and am back using crutches. Thus...braces save/protect your knees and a life of pain after an injury.
the_real_wild1
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Thats what I need. I has been hard enough to get them back in shape. After quadding all weekend without my brace I was pretty sore last night. Doing ok again this morning.
tmo1620
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Dr Bray did mine as well, no cartilage left as well as an ACL reconstruction and a soon to be reconstructed MCL. However over the last couple years I have been finding that my knee is just as sore after riding with a brace as it is without it. Ive also been finding that the more I do without it the stronger my leg and knee are getting.
DragonDiva
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Ouch...that sucks. Dr Bray is a great surgeon and the clinic at UofC is amazing. My knee is pretty good with normal life (even crossfit classes). Sledding without my brace results in a knee being 3 times the size and no ability to bend it. I actually forgot it one weekend and then saw my family doctor the next week (for another reason)...holy did she give me crap about having to get another referral to orthopeadics. I told her to ignore my walk and if it didn't get better in 2 weeks, I would be back asking for forgiveness.
Makes sense to me. Bracing is great, but it has to be combined with strengthening and general fitness (cardio, mobility, and balance training). Laxity in the ligaments (MCL, ACL, LCL, or PCL) is really challenging for the knee joint to maintain normal alignment. The femur and the Tibia tend to shift around under loads, such as sidehilling when you get a bit of air, or when you pull a "burandt" style turn and land on the running board with one leg. The hamstrings, gastrocnemius, and quad need to respond in a split second to resist the shearing forces that want to pull the knee apart. In a normal knee, the ligaments (ACL, MCL, etc) help keep things lined up and stable. If the knee is loose, the muscles must jump in and help keep everything lined up. Here is when a brace can help out - the split second when the shearing forces are trying to pull the knee apart and the ligaments are a bit loose. Anyway, surgery can help, but bracing is a viable option too.
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Bray did the surgery on my knee as well. Torn miniscus. Over 220 tears. 8 weeks physio before the surgery and 9 months physio after. Prescibed brace after 2 months from surgery. Wear for ten months. Custom fit unloader brace. Do your physio. Even if you can not afford or do not have a plan that pays for physio. Think ahc pays for some. Go see them and get advice on excercises what not to do and what to do for those who have had injuries.
MissAtlantic
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I did not pay anything for mine, doctor gave me a script for them and they were 80% covered by my bluecross at the time and the lady has something to do with mx at home in ns, so she somehow wrote the other 20% off for me
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mach123
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Oh suck it up buttercups lol
As far as getting knee braces covered, insurance will typically (95% of the time) cover braces and orthopaedic supports. However, sometimes the insurance company will ask for a family doctor's prescription. SO, if you want braces, its pretty easy. At our clinic, we can direct bill the insurance, although that process can take a few months. Sometimes its easier to pay for them and then submit the receipt for reimbursement. Either way should should work.
Dr. Shawn
the_real_wild1
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Ok ready to do this. Just sent you an email. Thanks!
A pair of Knee Pads id really recommend if you dont have knee problems yet are the 661's. They are only $250. I have a little older style than these ones, but i have been using mine for like 4yrs and they are as good as the day i got them. I can wear them all day long, all weekend long of riding. They have built in knee bracing to prevent twist and over extending. If you dont have a pair of knee pads, i strongly suggest you get some just like these to prevent injury. I wear them right under my snow pants with no problems
CAMBER KNEE SUPPORT - Hard Shell Pads - Moto
CAMBER KNEE SUPPORT - Hard Shell Pads - Moto
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