Price
including patella cup:
$525.00 each
Initial
Impressions:
1) Out of the box... very nice looking
2) 28.7 oz. on my scale; the heaviest braces tested
3) Not easy to adjust extension stops.
4) VERY comfortable and slim, great fit
5) Fits well with boots!
6) Does not catch on pants liner
7) Very high quality... everywhere
8) The straps are plush, no pinching
9) Tote bag included
10) Knee sleeve to be worn under the brace is nice
Weight
lifting and running:
During
leg workouts and running the Edge feels great. It does
have a tendency to migrate down the leg slightly while
running though. Smooth fluid motion in the hinges and
the straps have never once pinched my leg. When you
reach full extension the brace snaps abruptly and assures
you that it will not go any further, very reassuring.
The knee sleeve that is worn under the brace is very
comfortable for the first hour or so after that it gets
HOT. Even at rest the sleeve will cause your leg to
become hot and sweaty. I have stopped using the sleeve
all together. It is almost as comfortable without and
MUCH cooler.
Riding:
The brace fits well under normal riding gear (2000
MSR Rage pants). Pinching the tank with the brace
feels natural because it is so slim on the inside
of the knee. It does not tear up tank or shroud graphics
to my surprise, a slight dull spot is all that I have
noticed. Range of motion was very good. I am able
to get my leg up to kick start the bike with ease.
Inside of 10 minutes on the bike I forgot I had it
on. The knee cup is the weak link on this brace, in
short it is awful. There is a huge gap above the knee
that is vulnerable to and I found this out by smacking
it on the bars.
Support:
The brace felt strong. There is no doubt in my mind
that this brace would have saved me from an ACL injury...
if I had only known then what I know now, but hind
sight is 20/20.
Maintenance:
Wash with mild detergent let air dry. Water sport
friendly.
Likes:
• Smooth action
• Crisp lock at full extension
• Relatively fast putting on and taking off
• Fits well under riding gear
• Felt natural after just minutes.
• Did not wreck my graphics
• Wonderful straps
Dislikes:
• Knee cup protection is the weak link
• Knee sleeve does not breath well
• A bit pricey at $520 for one brace
• Availability, hard to find.
Contacts:
Innovation Sports ©MM
19762 Pauling
Foothill Ranch, CA. 92610 USA
Tel: 949.859.4407
Toll Free: 800.222.4284
Fax: 800. 453.4567
E-mail: sales@isports.com
www.isports.com
General
Information
Provided by Innovation Sports
| Edge
Information |
Description
|
|
Activity
Level
|
Contact,
Cutting and Low impact
|
|
Indications
|
MCL,
ACL, PCL and Combined instabilities
|
|
Options
|
Patella
Cup, Flexion
Stop and Post-Op Conversion
|
|
Aesthetics
|
Black
and Teal
|
|
Ordering
|
Ready-to-fit,
same day shipping
|
|
Warranty
|
Limited
lifetime frame and hinge warranty
|
|
Reimbursement
|
Call
for details
|
| Edge
Features |
|
Hand
Laminated rigid frame construction
|
|
Conform-Cuff System™ provides accurate contouring
and adapts to changes in leg size
|
|
Precision
Accutrac™ hinges
|
|
Six-point
support system helps compensate for medial-lateral,
anterior-posterior, rotary and combined ligament
instabilities.
|
|
Non-elastic
Velcro™ straps
|
|
Adjustable tibial cuff and condylar padding ensures
a precise fit
|
|
AMS
(Anti-Migration System) wrap for excellent suspension
|
|
Edge
PCL Brace model available
|
|
Each
Edge Brace includes a brace tote bag
|
| Edge
Sizes |
Caliper
Measurement
|
Circumference |
| Small
|
3
1/2 " - 4" |
11"
- 12 5/8" |
| Medium
|
4"
- 4 1/2" |
12
5/8" - 14 1/4" |
| Large
|
4
1/2" - 4 7/8" |
14
1/4" - 15 3/8" |
| X-Large
|
4
7/8" - 5 1/4" |
15
3/8" - 16 5/8" |
| XX-Large
|
5
1/4" - 5 3/4" |
16
5/8" - 18 1/8" |
| Take
a caliper or tape measurement (medial/ lateral at
joint space) in a standard weight bearing position |
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