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BraceX Recommended — Advanced Unloading Brace for Medial or Lateral Knee Osteoarthritis 🦵⚙️

 

Description:

The Bauerfeind GenuTrain OA is a premium, lightweight unloading knee brace designed to relieve pain from medial or lateral compartment osteoarthritis and provide dynamic joint stabilization during movement.

 

Engineered with Bauerfeind’s three-dimensional hinge system and an adjustable strap-based offloading mechanism, the GenuTrain OA reduces pressure on the affected side of the knee — redistributing load away from painful cartilage surfaces to improve comfort, mobility, and confidence with every step.

 

Unlike traditional rigid OA braces, the GenuTrain OA features medical-grade knit compression, slim side bars, and a wraparound closure design that delivers structured support without bulk. The result is a brace that’s both clinically effective and comfortable enough for daily or athletic wear.

 

The brace can be configured for medial or lateral offloading, depending on where the arthritis is located, and includes a custom-adjustable tension system for precise pressure control.

 

Key Features:

 

  • Dynamic Offloading Design: Adjustable straps redistribute joint pressure for targeted relief on the medial or lateral compartment.

  • Active Stabilization: Three-dimensional hinge guides natural knee movement while maintaining joint alignment.

  • Medical-Grade Compression Knit: Reduces swelling and enhances proprioception (joint awareness).

  • Slim, Lightweight Construction: Less bulky than traditional OA braces — ideal for daily or sport use.

  • Wraparound Closure System: Easy to don and adjust, even for patients with limited hand strength.

  • Breathable, Moisture-Wicking Fabric: Maintains comfort throughout extended wear.

  • Left/Right & Medial/Lateral Specific Versions: Optimized for precise unloading configuration.

 

Recommended For:

 

  • Medial or lateral compartment knee osteoarthritis (OA)

  • Unicompartmental cartilage wear or pain

  • Post-meniscectomy or joint degeneration

  • Knee malalignment or varus/valgus deformity

  • Chronic instability with arthritic symptoms

  • Activity-related joint pain requiring dynamic offloading

Bauerfeind GenuTrain OA

C$1,600.00Price
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  • To get the best results from your knee brace, it’s important to choose the correct unload direction based on where your pain is located:

     

    • Pain on the inside of your knee (medial compartment):

      👉 Select a medial unload brace.

      This means the brace will shift pressure away from the inside of your knee to reduce strain on the painful area.

     

    • Pain on the outside of your knee (lateral compartment):

      👉 Select a lateral unload brace.

      This shifts pressure away from the outside of your knee for improved comfort and function.

     

    Tip:

    If you’re unsure which side your pain is on, stand with your knees facing forward and point to where you feel discomfort:

    • Inside = Medial side (toward your other leg)

    • Outside = Lateral side (away from your other leg)

     

    If your pain is more general or spread across the knee,  contact us and we’ll help you pick the best option.

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