Core Products, BRE-6451-S, Swede-O Thermal Vent Knee Patella, SmallSwede-O® Thermal Knee Patella provides protection and support against general wear and tear including sprains, strains and weakened knees. There is an opening at the kneecap to avoid aggravating any tenderness or bruising that may be present in that area.Engineered with MVT².Micro Ventilated Thermal TechnologySwede-O Thermal Supports have a micro ventilated breathable membrane that provides a free flow of air, allowing the skin to remain well ventilated and comfortable. The soft thermal lining captures and retains your natural body heat for effective pain relief and therapy. With unsurpassed quality this thermal support provides comfortable compression and warmth to help reduce swelling and associated pain to promote recovery.Universal Design fits right or left kneeFeaturesAnatomically shaped, contours to the natural shape of the knee for increased comfort and supportUseful in treatment of weak or injured knees, Chrondomalacia Patella and Osgood Schlatter's diseaseSoft and comfortable material against the skinBinding tape sewn around edges of material for durability and comfortCare Instructions: Hand wash in warm water using a mild soap. Drip dry. Do not wring, twist, tumble dry, bleach or dry in direct sunlight.PreventionTo help PREVENT soft tissue injury wearprior to activityduring activityafter activityTreatmentSwede-O Thermal Supports are a valuable compliment to present methods of treatment. They can be worn almost anytime and anywhere, so they can continuously work toward helping overcome injury caused by trauma or overuse more quickly, giving increased comfort to injured areas and reducing inflammation and swelling.RehabilitationSwede-O Thermal supports are a valuable aid in helping rehabilitate injured tissue. Wearing this product provides warmth and heat therapy which make tendons and muscles more pliable and elastic and allows them to become fully extensible and more responsive to therapy and exercise.