Knee Immobilizers

Oftentimes after knee surgeries, doctors will place their patients in knee immobilizers to help prevent movement that may disrupt the knee from healing. These knee immobilizers (also known as knee splints) are vital in the healing process. They have a hard outer casing which protects the knee from impact. They are also lined with comfortable foam which helps cushion and protect the area of incision from bacteria and other organisms that may cause infection. Knee immobilizers are especially essential during sleep, when a patient may toss and turn and unknowingly re-injure their leg. Not only do they help prevent unwanted movement, but knee immobilizers can also help a patient regain range of movement in a controlled fashion. Some knee immobilizers come with adjustable range of motion so your doctor may control how far you can and cannot move your leg. As you can see, knee immobilizers can play a vital role in rehabilitating a knee after a surgery or injury.