What is a CHO-Pat strap used for?
The Cho-Pat Dual Action Knee Strap provides an extra dimension of relief for painful and weakened knees. The strap applies pressure upon the patellar tendon below the kneecap to stabilize the kneecap mechanism, improving patellar tracking and reducing patellar subluxation.
What does a dual knee strap do?
The patented Cho-Pat Dual Action Knee Strap applies pressure upon the patellar tendon below the kneecap to stabilize and tighten up the kneecap mechanism, improving patellar tracking elevation while reducing the patellar subluxation.
How tight should Cho-Pat be?
To keep the strap from falling, the strap should be tight enough to be held up by the calf muscle below. It should not be made so tight that circulation is cut off; however, some distributors claim that it cannot restrict circulation.
Do knee straps help with knee pain?
Straps for Sore Knees The strap helps take stress — and therefore pain — off of the patellar tendon at the bottom of the knee. Straps placed above the knee can reduce stress where the IT band becomes tight and creates friction around the knee.
Does knee Support Help Arthritis?
Knee supports help reduce the strain on the muscles, tendons and ligaments that support the joint. Often with arthritis these structures have to work harder to support a degenerative joint, therefore using a knee support can help reduce pain and prevent these supportive structures from overworking.
What is Swedish knee cage?
The Swedish Style Knee Brace offers orthotic management of the GEnu Recurvatum and hyperextension. It has a lightweight study support that permits knee flexion. The strap behind the knee can be loosened or tightened to decrease or increase control of the knee.
Should you wear a knee brace for patellar tendonitis?
A Knee Strap is a great solution if you suffer from Knee Pain due to Runner’s knee or jumper’s knee (Patellar Tendonitis), Osgood-Schlatter Disease, or Patella Tracking. It can fit under clothes and is easy to put on and take off.
How does the Cho-Pat Dual action knee strap work?
The Cho-Pat® Dual Action® Knee Strap applies pressure upon the patellar tendon below the kneecap to stabilize and tighten up the kneecap mechanism, which improves patellar tracking and elevation and reduces patellar subluxation. It adds further strengthening to the kneecap mechanism by applying pressure on the tendon above the kneecap as well.
What to do if your Cho Pat knee strap slides down?
If your Dual Action Knee Strap slides down, you may have ordered a size too big. Please contact us at [email protected] or 1-800-810-1740 to speak with representative to discuss proper sizing. I lost the tubing for my Cho-Pat Dual Action Knee Strap.
Which is the best knee strap for jumpers?
The Cho-Pat Dual Action Knee Strap supports you above and below the knee to provide immediate relief from Jumper’s knee and weak knees. Its exclusive range of sizes ensures a better fit and maximum performance.
How long has Cho Pat been in the market?
Lifestyles For over 30 years, Cho-Pat ® has provided unique and innovative braces, straps and compression products that give a unique balance between support and mobility. Cho-Pat ® products are also sold in a variety of sizes to ensure a proper fit which maximizes performance.