Brace Overview

Price: $500 (includes free Ground shipping in the continental US)
Fabrication time: 1-2 weeks (depending on demand as these are handmade products). OrthoPets business days (Mon-Thurs)
Included extras: 1 extra set of neoprene padding, 1 piece of spare tread.

Fit and Usage Guidelines

Patient Suitability-
  • Maximum size: Does not accommodate patients with measurements over 21 cm calcaneus to ground.
  • Weight limit: Not recommended for pets over 65 lbs.
  • Reinforcement for heavy patients: Complimentary Woodcast material available; shipping fee $20 (in continental US).
    Adjustment Instructions
    • Customization: At the initial fitting appointment, trim neoprene liners to fit, use a paint heat gun for adjustments to the Woodcast material as needed. If skin irriation occurs after wear, use the heat gun to heat and push the material away, creating a relief pocket, from the are of irritation.
    • Tools required: Heat gun for Woodcast brace adjustments, cold spray for cooling heated Woodcast material, allowing for quicker adjustment results.
    Maintenance
    Cleaning-
    • Neoprene liners: Use mild soap, warm water, and air dry.
    • Velcro straps: Use a metal pick or cleaning tool to remove hair & debris.
    Cleaning:

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    Replacements
    Neoprene Liners-
    Cost:     $48 +shipping per set
    Purchase: Email info@orthopets.com

    Tread Replacement-
    Cost:     $10 + shipping.
    Instructions for Replacement: Use acetone to remove old tread, apply Barge shoe glue to reattach.
    *Tread wear is not uncommon for some patients, depending on levels and types of activities they are doing in the brace as well as types of surfaces the patient is using the brace on or how long they are using it. Intact tread is not crucial for functionality of the brace.
    Fitting Support
    Media Submission: Take photos/videos of the pet in the brace and upload at OrthoPets File Mail for remote assistance
    Veterinarian-Specific Information
    Treatment Goals: Comfort, stifle stability, no tibial thrust. Minor drawer upon manual manipulation may still be appreciated during physical exam. No tibial thrust or rotation should be observed during gait.
    Initial Treatment: Patients are still able to remain pretty active in the braces during the treatment. A gradual increase in activity to return to normal after the initial fitting is recommended.
    Veterinarians may advise clients to remove the brace at night if needed for skin, or patient tolerability. Reducing the time the pet is spent weight-bearing on the affected limb will be recommended.
    Treatment Duration: Typically 2 months with brace applied 24/7, but customization based on pet needs is encouraged. If pet needs a modified wear schedule, this may prolong the treatment duration, as it's based on muscle reprogramming.
    Some patients may need a gradual decrease from the 24/7 wear schedule to not wearing the device. Patients may enjoy "sport bracing" with the device for a month or two after treatment.  
    Contact Us
    For question or additional requests: info@orthopets.com
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