Put Your Best Foot Forward
By Utilizing the Best Rehab Tools
The LRU Positioner (formerly the LRU Pillow) and Knee Rehabilitation Kit are early intervention tools to heal your knee correctly and maximize your range of motion. They work in concert with your knee therapy.
If you do not have a knee therapy solution you love, see if our online knee therapy program is a good fit for you.
Knee Pain Shouldn’t Put You On The Sideline Of Your Own Life
In over 25 years of serving as knee rehab experts, we found that our clients didn’t have easy enough access to the tools they needed to maximize their recovery.
Our LRU Positioner and Knee Rehabilitation Kit equip people to heal safely and thoroughly.
LRU Positioner & Custom Cover
The LRU POSITIONER Does What Exercise Alone Cannot Do
There are three essentials for a full knee recovery. The LRU Positioner helps you accomplish them all.
Keeping your knee in the correct position.
Preventing swelling.
Increasing range of motion.
The LRU Positioner and Cover are eligible for coverage under your Health Savings Account (HSA) as Durable Medical Equipment.
If you are undergoing knee surgery, purchase the LRU Positioner before your procedure to use immediately following surgery for maximum function recovery. See instructions for more detail.
Frequently Asked Questions About the LRU Positioner
How do I use the LRU Positioner?
- Place the positioner just about anywhere you will be sitting or lying such as: couch, bed, recliner, floor.
- Place the leg in the positioner with the bottom of the foot lined up with the end of the positioner.
- Use it while you’re sitting or lying and especially while sleeping.
- Use it as much as possible, even after exercise, to speed recovery, relieve pain, and improve your rehab results.
How long should I keep my leg in the LRU Positioner?
If you have recently undergone a knee surgery, like a knee replacement, we recommend you keep your leg elevated while resting for the first 2 weeks. If you are not ambulating, exercising, or going to the restroom, we recommend you keep your leg elevated in the LRU Positioner. After 2 weeks, utilize the LRU Positioner as needed for 30 minutes or longer, i.e. after therapy, or being out for extended periods and your leg starts to swell. There is nothing wrong with taking breaks; however, the more you use the LRU Positioner, the more you can control your swelling to achieve the best results.
Should I sleep with the LRU Positioner?
If you can tolerate sleeping with the LRU Positioner, it is recommended. Sleep is important. If you cannot sleep with your leg in the positioner then remove your leg and ensure you get adequate sleep.
Should my heel hang over the edge of the LRU Positioner?
No, you want to keep the bottom of your foot flush to the end of the positioner. The purpose of the LRU Positioner is not only to control your swelling but to encourage your knee to straighten.
Can I use the LRU Positioner in a recliner?
Yes. The benefit of the LRU Positioner is it’s portability. You can use the positioner in bed, couch, recliner, etc.
What if the LRU Positioner is too long?
You can cut the thin side of the positioner that is designed to be under your hip. We have found an electric knife cuts smoothly through the foam. If you don’t have an electric knife, sharp quality scissors will work.
Have all the exercise supplies you need to take charge of your knee health in one toolbox.
The all-inclusive Knee Rehabilitation Kit empowers you to:
Control Swelling
Improve Range of Motion
Increase Lower Extremity Strength
Regain Balance
Become More Flexible
The components of this are critical for a successful knee recovery
and they are utilized in KneeFitIn5.
Ice/Compression Wrap
Ice is a great way to control soreness and swelling. Compression is also a proven method to control swelling. Excessive swelling can increase pain, limit knee mobility, and reduce strength. We have provided an excellent tool to control swelling using cold and compression. You have complete control over the amount of compression you provide.
Knee Strap
It is essential to actively gain full knee range of motion (under the power of your leg strength). However, sometimes you need aid to get you to your goal. The knee strap assists with full knee range of motion, both extension (knee straight) and flexion(knee bending). The knee strap also is utilized to improve your flexibility
Resistance Band
Many strengthening exercises can be done by just using your body. However, adding resistance allows for greater strengthening results. The resistance band is utilized strategically in the Knee-Fitin5 program to improve lower extremity strength
Bolster
The bolster is utilized in the Knee-Fitin5 program in a simple way to assist with both strengthening and knee range of motion.
High-Density Foam Pads
The foam pads can aid in transitioning to higher-level strengthening exercises and improve higher-level balance. Balance is often overlooked but remains an essential component of functional activities.
When do I need to see a doctor for my knee pain?
Your window of opportunity for a full recovery is small. Have peace of mind that you are taking the proper steps by watching the following message from Dr. Lawless.
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