WIMBA Stifle Orthosis Pro

Conisder	Why
Straight-angulated hind limbs	Higher probability of orthosis slipping
Bow leggedness	While WIMBA can accommodate a dog's limb to some extent, in cases of severe bow-leggedness, the hinges might not function correctly. Consequently, the brace would be ineffective under such conditions.
Instability in median plane	While WIMBA can accommodate median instability in stifle to some extent, in cases of severe median instability, the hinges might not function correctly.
Failed surgeries	Any complicated cases should be carefully thought through, Submitting your case is highly advised
Problems with mobility due to contralateral limb (or amputee)	Any complicated cases should be carefully thought through, Submitting your case is highly advised
Dew claw present	Higher probability of abrasions and behavioral problems due to discomfort
Weight that is not strictly indicated	Combined with very high activity = probability of device failure
Skin issues: Decubitus Ulcers, Contact Dermatitis (Allergic or Irritant), Infections (Bacterial or Fungal), Pododermatitis, Skin Necrosis, or other.	Higher probability of abrasions

Protective care of the stifle joint and tarsus in sagittal and median plane.

Designed for	Yes	No
Patient	Dogs up to 40 kg and distance from the middle of the joint to just proximal of the lateral/palpable metatarsal heads needs to be over 3 cm	Dogs over 45 kg, chondrodystrophic breeds (eg. Dachshunds, Basset Hounds, Beagles, Corgis, English Bulldogs)
Functional issues of a particular limb	Instability in sagittal plane and median plane in stifle and/or instability in sagittal plane and median plane in tarsus,non operative CrCL
Functional goals	As a therapeutic element stabilizing the stifle during activity (e.g., exercises, controlled walks, hydrotherapy)	Agility exercises, sprinting, repetitive jumping, acutely post operative

WIMBA Stifle Orthosis Pro - indications