The way you "bend" or, more accurately, adjust a hinged knee brace involves using buttons on the sidebars to adjust the height and potentially the range of motion.
Based on the provided reference, the video discusses adjusting a hinged knee brace, not bending it in a literal sense. Hinged knee braces have adjustable settings to control the range of motion and fit different users. Here's how you would typically adjust one:
Adjusting a Hinged Knee Brace
- Height Adjustment: Locate the buttons on the sidebars. These buttons allow you to slide and adjust the sidebars to suit the patient's height.
- Range of Motion Adjustment: Hinged braces often have settings to limit how much the knee can bend (flexion) or straighten (extension). These settings are also usually controlled by buttons, dials, or pins on the hinge. Consult the specific brace's instructions.
- Important Note: Never try to physically bend the metal or plastic components of a knee brace. These are rigid and designed to provide support. Attempting to bend them will likely damage the brace and could make it unsafe to use.
