Knee Brace

(ktm525) · (ktm525) **Join Date: Mar 2009** 05-01-2009, 8:58 PM

I have had 3 surgeries on my knee over the last 10 years or so. I shattered the knee and broke both lower bones in a motorcycle race. Since then I have had a torn ACL and 2 torn meniscus. Now I am wakeboarding for a about a year and looking for support for my knee. What do you recommend.I don't want to have to see a doctor to measured for a custom brace. Thanks in advance Don C

(michaelspsp) · (michaelspsp) **Join Date: Sep 2007** 05-02-2009, 4:32 AM

spend the money and get a CTi. ots (off the shelf) fits as good as a custom. do a search on this site. the guy who works for cti answered a ton of questions a month or 2 ... or 3 ago.

(wakebrdr38) · (wakebrdr38) **Join Date: Sep 2006** 05-02-2009, 6:10 AM

spend the money and get a CTI custom, worth every penny and in some cases covered by insurance. They fit like a glove. I have been wearing the same one for 5 years and it has saved me so many times. Now i need one for the other knee unfortunately

(bbr) · (bbr) **Join Date: Apr 2002** 05-02-2009, 7:23 AM

x3 for the CTI. They have the best brace on the market right now. The fit and finish are excellent, and the customer service is top notch. The are worth every penny, and if you get your insurance to cover it, then get two.

(ktm525) · (ktm525) **Join Date: Mar 2009** 05-02-2009, 7:33 AM

I have Kaiser, they won't cover it. I found the cti at the brace shop for 478.00 is that a good price or where do you recommend to get it from. Thanks for all your input Don

(adambarry) · (adambarry) **Join Date: Sep 2008** 05-02-2009, 12:42 PM

asterisk makes really good knee braces. My brother has been riding with them for over a year since he tore his ACL/MCL. They come with a knee pad but its removable but the pad comes in handy for snowboarding

(wakebrdr38) · (wakebrdr38) **Join Date: Sep 2006** 05-02-2009, 4:09 PM

depends on what model brace that was 478? I thought the customs were over a thousand, or at least they were at one point.

(michaelspsp) · (michaelspsp) **Join Date: Sep 2007** 05-02-2009, 4:32 PM

thats the one at the brace shop for 478. the guy that works for Cti said no need to get the Pro Sport , he said it was overkill, i little more carbon fiber and not needed for wakeboarders...

(ktm525) · (ktm525) **Join Date: Mar 2009** 05-02-2009, 7:12 PM

Here is the link for the one I found, should i get it.

http://www.braceshop.com/ProductCart/pc/Ossur-CTi-Knee-Brace-42p495.htm

(michaelspsp) · (michaelspsp) **Join Date: Sep 2007** 05-03-2009, 8:34 AM

i would call them up and ask if it has ---Proprietary Sensil® padding eliminates migration of the knee brace on the leg.

i know the pro-sport does.
i have a donjoy that moves all over the place, im getting a CTi this year. and i spent $450 for the don joy...

(michaelspsp) · (michaelspsp) **Join Date: Sep 2007** 05-03-2009, 8:43 AM

here is the link directly from ossur, says it can be ordered with anti-migration system, you absolutely need this...

http://www.ossur.com/lisalib/getfile.aspx?itemid=12668

(airagain) · (airagain) **Join Date: Jun 2006** 05-03-2009, 9:17 AM

I second the asterisk braces. I use them on both knees as "insurance".

(wakebrdr38) · (wakebrdr38) **Join Date: Sep 2006** 05-03-2009, 10:11 AM

you definately have to have the anti migration system.

(red220) · (red220) **Join Date: Apr 2008** 05-07-2009, 1:33 PM

I have a Ossur CTi Pro Sport, off the shelf purchased for $550(approx) I measured wrong and they sent me a replacement, it slipped a little and they sent me a strap that fixed the slipage, to a degree...I've been told all braces move, my insurance approved a custom brace after my acl and micro fracture surgery, should arrive within a week....hope it's AWESOME!
Great customer service from Ossur.

(mb651b) · (mb651b) **Join Date: Mar 2009** 05-07-2009, 1:51 PM

agreed I'm going to a cti from a donjoy. Three ACLs later two of which happened while in the Donjoy I'm sick of having surgeries and rehab. save yourself the time, alot of pain, and money and get the cti.

(pavement_rider)

Just reinjured my knee while wearing a donjoy in a hockey game. I believe the cause was brace migration. I'm going back to custom, CTI here i come

(steezyshots) · (steezyshots) **Join Date: Feb 2008** 05-07-2009, 2:35 PM

CTI Custom! You will be glad you did!

(air_senio) · (air_senio) **Join Date: Nov 2007** 05-07-2009, 3:28 PM

just got my custom cti brace and am so glad i when with a cti brace.

(ktm525) · (ktm525) **Join Date: Mar 2009** 05-07-2009, 5:05 PM

I bought the CTI Pro Sport. Paid 523.00 I Got it and I like it. I will ride with it this weekend and post to let you know what I think. Thanks everyone for the advice Don C.

(michaelspsp) · (michaelspsp) **Join Date: Sep 2007** 05-07-2009, 6:39 PM

please do. i am ready to dump my donjoy

(gene3x)

Ok so.... I have an asterick but when my leg reachs full strength was going to probably get the CTi. Has anyone been in both and can me a fair firsthand account of the differences?

(liquidmx) · (liquidmx) **Join Date: Jun 2005** 05-08-2009, 9:39 AM

I would get a hold of Brett Guerin. He took REALLY good care of me and my questions and concerns. He also has a much better handle on how we use these braces as opposed to most ortho's.

Here is a link to his profile:

http://www.wakeworld.com/cgi-bin/Discus4/board-profile.cgi?action=view_profile&profile=brett_cti_ knee_braces-users

Here is a link to a similar thread where he posts some good information:

http://www.wakeworld.com/MB/Discus/messages/65919/674877.html?1236815076

Good luck...BTW I love my CTI Braces and I paid for them out of pocket (plus insurance) so no "sponsor plug / pushaman" here.

(brett_cti_knee_braces)

Hey Don - glad to hear that you got a CTi OTS. I am assuming you got the Pro Sport because you also ride dirtbikes (based on your "KTM 525" name)? I would strongly recommend you order an AMS wrap for the brace when you use it for wakeboarding($12 and worth every penny - & make sure you let them know you have an OTS). It is a circumferential neoprene padding configuration that really locks the brace in place. It is what I have all our pro riders using. Also, it keeps your Sensil padding nice and fresh for any out-of-water activities you use the brace for. Please hit me up with any questions.

(michaelspsp) · (michaelspsp) **Join Date: Sep 2007** 05-12-2009, 1:34 PM

My CTi OTS just came! are the blue stops zero degrees? and does anyone know where i can get the AMS wrap? thanks
M

(brett_cti_knee_braces)

You can call 866.321.8094 to order one and have any questions answered.

(michaelspsp) · (michaelspsp) **Join Date: Sep 2007** 05-12-2009, 2:26 PM

OMG, i just tried my CTi OTS on. night and day difference from my donjoy. that was a waste of money... cant wait to try it on the water..and thanks Brett

(lfxstar) · (lfxstar) **Join Date: Jul 2001** 05-12-2009, 2:28 PM

If you have insurance, goto your orthopedic surgeon and get a Don Joy.

(michaelspsp) · (michaelspsp) **Join Date: Sep 2007** 05-12-2009, 3:57 PM

i'd be glad to sell my donjoy for someones co-pay...

(ktm525) · (ktm525) **Join Date: Mar 2009** 05-12-2009, 5:43 PM

I rode both days this weekend with my CTI OTS Pro Sport. I Opened the box adjusted the hinge for the operation range I wanted. The width was perfect, tight on both sides of my knee. I used it and fell in love with it. I wore it the whole day even when I was not riding, It stayed in place all day, gave me great support, motion was great also. I love this brace. Thanks everyone for your advice.

(aliwake) · (aliwake) **Join Date: Dec 2006** 05-12-2009, 5:58 PM

just a hint for new cti users - i always wet the straps before i put my brace on. the straps stretch a little when they're wet, so it's good to either wet them first, or re-tighten them all after your first fall - or both!
the other key to stopping migration (without the AMS) is to make sure the bottom strap is angled up so it sits just above the widest part of your calf. if that strap is on or below the widest part of your calf it will slip down as you ride.

(michaelspsp) · (michaelspsp) **Join Date: Sep 2007** 05-12-2009, 6:13 PM

thanks Alice. makes sense. i will try as soon as i can get on the lake!