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Wann sollte ich mich an den orthopädischen Fachhandel wenden ?
Überprüfen Sie die Orthese regelmäßig auf etwaige Schäden oder
Verschleiß. Lassen Sie Ihre Versorgung auch umgehend überprüfen
sobald sich das Tragegefühl verändert oder gar unangenehm wird.
Wenden Sie sich dazu einfach an Ihren Orthopädietechniker.
Dear User,
You have obtained the Agilium Freestep 3.0 lower leg orthosis, a medical
device that is designed to treat, for example, unicompartmental
osteoarthritis of the knee joint. The special feature of the Agilium
Freestep 3.0 is that it works indirectly. Rather than being applied to the
knee joint itself, it is worn in the shoe and on the lower leg. This means
the mobility of the knee joint is not restricted by the orthosis, which is a
crucial advantage.
What is osteoarthritis of the knee?
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Osteoarthritis is the most common of all joint diseases. Approximately
60 per cent of all osteoarthritis patients are affected by osteoarthritis of
the knee (also known as gonarthrosis). Osteoarthritis can be caused by
excessive strain, joint misalignment (also known as knock-knees or bow
legs) or injury to one or more joints. Mechanical stress – caused by
inappropriate or excessive strain – wears down the cartilage in the joint,
resulting in progressive damage to the joint.
Treatment for osteoarthritis of the knee begins with the foot
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The Agilium Freestep 3.0 alters the load line of the knee, thus providing
targeted relief for the damaged cartilage in the knee joint. The load line
describes the point where the body weight primarily impacts the
cartilage. Relief is provided via a rigid bridge over the ankle joint and the
gentle lateral pressure the orthosis applies to the lower leg while walking
or standing. Pain is effectively alleviated.
When a patient is diagnosed with medial (inner side) osteoarthritis of the
knee, for example, the medial contact surfaces (inside of the knee) are
especially sensitive to pain (algesia). Relief therefore has to be provided
by transferring the load to the central region of the knee while walking or
standing.
We have compiled a few questions on the proper use and handling of the
orthosis that are answered below. Your O&P professional will be happy
to answer questions about your specific situation and the fitting of your
orthosis.
How is the Agilium Freestep 3.0 adapted?
An expert O&P professional adapts the orthosis. They select the
appropriate model and the correct size, adapting it once to your lower
leg and your footwear. This adaptation is permanent and can only be
readjusted by your O&P professional.
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