Knee sleeve whalebone Thuasne sport

The Thuasne sport whalebone Knee sleeve helps support the knee joint during sport: volleyball, basketball, soccer, running, hiking, dancing... The double whalebone design helps support unstable or painful knees. The elastic fabric envelope limits heat loss (internal CE marking data). Ideal for resuming sport.

Mode of action :

• Knee support thanks to 2 flexible side stays
• Limitation of heat loss through synthetic rubber (chloroprene)
• Support index: 3/5. To find out more, please refer to our guide "How to choose the right sports support".

Indications :

• Knee pain and/or swelling
• Joint instability/laxity
• Resumption of sporting activities

Easy to use :

We recommend wearing the device next to the skin, unless contraindicated.
Put on the Knee sleeve. Center the front opening on the kneecap. The Thuasne logo should be on the top of the Knee sleeve sleeve, aligned and centered on the kneecap.

Sizes :

Available in 5 sizes: S, M, L, XL and XXL.
Choose the right Knee sleeve for your knee circumference with our size guide.

Further information

Composition: rigid component: steel. Textile components: synthetic rubber (chloroprene), polyamide, elastane, polyester, natural rubber.

Care: hand-wash.
Do not use detergents, fabric softeners or aggressive products (chlorinated products, etc.).
Squeeze dry.
Dry away from a direct source of heat (radiator, sun, etc.).
If exposed to seawater or chlorinated water, rinse thoroughly with clean water and dry.

Precautions for use

Check the integrity of the device before each use.
Do not use the device if it is damaged.
Select the correct size for the patient, referring to the size chart.
For reasons of hygiene and performance, do not reuse the device for another patient.
Consult a healthcare professional if diagnosis is uncertain.
In the event of discomfort, significant discomfort, pain, changes in limb volume, abnormal sensations or color changes in the extremities, remove the device and consult a healthcare professional.
If device performance changes, remove and consult a healthcare professional.
Contains natural latex.
If in doubt, consult a healthcare professional before engaging in any sporting activity.
Do not use the device in a medical imaging system.
Do not use the device when applying certain products to the skin (creams, ointments, oils, gels, patches, etc.).

Contraindications

Do not use in case of known allergy to any of the components.
Do not place product in direct contact with damaged skin.
History of venous or lymphatic disorders.
Do not use in case of major venous thromboembolic disorders without thrombo-prophylactic treatment.

Carefully read the product's instructions for use, indications and contraindications. If in doubt, consult a healthcare professional. This medical device is a regulated healthcare product and bears the CE mark. Manufacturer: Thuasne Thuasne - 120 rue Marius Aufan 92300 Levallois -Perret. 08/2022