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Do you have knee pain?

You may have osteoarthritis (OA) and be suffering unnecessarily from its associated pain.Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis.

Many people choose to treat their OA symptoms with oral medications, injections and surgery. However, there is another option. Knee bracing for knee OA is less invasive and can be less costly than these other treatments. Plus, it is simple, safe and clinically proven to work.

Össur Osteoarthritis Knee Bracing Brochure

Building on more than 20 years of experience, Össur has developed an osteoarthritis knee bracing product line that includes a variety of both custom and off-the-shelf options, for all activity levels and body types.

Animation: Osteoarthritis of the knee and knee braces

The animation shows how the knee joint is affected by the progression of ostearthritis, and how the unloading technology of the Unloader One helps relief pain by ‘unloading’ the damaged area of the knee.

The Unloader One® is the lightest and most comfortable of the Össur OA knee braces. Two diagonal Dynamic Force Straps increase the unloading potential of the brace and enable you to adjust the amount of pain relief needed. The Unloader One is easy to apply, easy to use and easy to wear. It easily fits under clothing so you can wear it discreetly.

Product Highlights

  • Dual Dynamic Force Straps increase unloading capabilities and prevent brace rotation
  • Tool-free, racheting Dynamic Force Control System enables self-dosing for easier pain management
  • Quick Fit Buckles with leverage arms enable easy application and removal without the need for cumbersome strap adjustment
  • Breathable liners featuring Össur Sensil® silicone technology on an Aerospacer base material prevents migration
  • Flexible, low-profile, hinged upright contours to individual anatomy and allows use underneath clothing 
  • Quick Connect Strapping for tool-free removal and replacement 
  • Lightweight frame is perforated for flexibility and ventilation

More information

The Össur Unloader One Knee Brace is available via prescription only. If you think the Unloader One may be right for you, please print out our information sheet and bring it to your physician, or for additional information, please contact Össur at 949-268-3180, or toll free at 800-233-6263 ext. 3180.

Unloader One Information Sheet, Brochure and Instructions

Unloader One Information Sheet

Össur Osteoarthritis Knee Bracing Brochure

Unloader One Osteoarthritis Knee Braces - Instructions for Use


Unloader One Fitting Instructions (Videos)

Unloader One initial fitting

Unloader One fitting

Recent News and Events

13 April 2010
Research Briefing Highlights Effectiveness of Non-Surgical Treatments for Knee OA
Knee bracing, lifestyle modifications, and other non-surgical therapies reduce pain, increase mobility, and avoid or postpone surgery in OA sufferers
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13 April 2010
New clinical studies presented on the use of the Unloader One® brace for osteoarthritis of the knee


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3 December 2009
Unloader One a "big relief" for LA Laker's coach
Össur's Unloader One brace helps LA Laker's coach get through the pain.
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