Hinged knee cast brace part two

This knee cast-brace, a form of functional bracing, allows mobilization of the knee joint before the fracture is completely healed. It provides continued protection of the healing fracture, while allowing for progressive partial weight bearing, at the discretion of the treating surgeon. Where materials are available, such functional braces can be made of fiberglass or appropriate thermoplastics. If mobilization of the ankle is desired, a hinged foot support can be used to replace the foot portion of the cast.