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Meet the Contender®: The Gold Standard in Post-Op Bracing Is Back and Better Than Ever

Posted on July 31, 2025 by - Products

The Contender® Line: Designed for Life and Built for Recovery

At Corflex, we’ve spent over 40 years engineering orthopedic solutions that empower recovery and redefine comfort. Our Contender® line of post-operative braces represents the pinnacle of that legacy—fusing ergonomic design, patient-first innovation, and clinical performance into a single premium solution.

Whether you’re supporting a post-ACL recovery, ligament repair, or a complex elbow reconstruction, Contender® braces deliver reliability and comfort at every bend.

Contender® Post-Op Knee Brace: The Brace That Stays in Place

Engineered for post-surgical rehabilitation, the Contender® Post-Op Knee Brace is one of the lightest and most intuitive braces on the market, just 27 oz., yet packed with features that enhance both patient outcomes and clinician efficiency.

Features:

  • X-Flex™ Cuff System
    Flexes to conform to the leg’s natural shape—reducing brace migration and enhancing suspension.
  • ZipTrak™ System
    Allows tool-free, 1/8” incremental length adjustments (18″–26″) and lets you avoid incision sites with pinpoint accuracy.
  • QuikZip™ Buckles
    One-handed application with micro-adjustable straps provides a secure fit no slipping, no shifting.

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Contender® Post-Op Elbow Brace: Built to Limit Motion—Not Life

The lightest post-op elbow brace available at just 17 oz., the Contender® Elbow Brace combines sleek comfort with serious post-surgical functionality.

Features:

  • Removable Biceps Cuff
    Unique to Contender®—eliminates irritation around incision sites and enhances flexion range.
  • ZipTrak™ System
    Adjusts overall length (14″–19.5″) and individual cuff positions in seconds—custom-fit for every arm.
  • FlexLok™ ROM Buttons
    Finger-touch control with tamper-resistant locking, giving clinicians confidence in compliance.

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You asked for more stock, faster delivery and we’ve delivered. With Corflex Global behind every brace, your patients get performance, reliability, and better outcomes.

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Whether you’re a long-time customer or re-engaging with us, we invite you to experience the new Contender® line.

    Cold Compression Therapy: Why Dual Modality Delivers Faster Recovery

    Posted on July 29, 2025 by - Clinical Solutions

    In post-surgical recovery, small interventions can have a major impact on patient outcomes. Among the most effective and increasingly adopted solutions is cold compression therapy, a combination of cryotherapy and pneumatic compression designed to reduce pain, control swelling, and accelerate return to function.

    Man playing pickleball outdoors in athletic gear.
    Cold compression in recovery allows patients to focus with agility on the court.

    The Science Behind Cold + Compression

    Cryotherapy, or cold therapy, has long been used to reduce inflammation and numb pain by constricting blood vessels. When combined with pneumatic compression, which helps improve circulation and lymphatic drainage, the result is a clinically backed modality that outperforms ice alone.

    Numerous studies have shown that cold compression therapy results in:

    • Faster reduction in edema
    • Decreased pain medication usage
    • Improved range of motion
    • Higher patient satisfaction in post-op settings

    One study found that patients receiving intermittent cold and compression after orthopedic surgery experienced a 47% greater reduction in swelling at 24 hours compared to 17% with intermittent ice packs and 33% with continuous cold water therapy.

    The Corflex Approach: Engineered for Real-World Recovery

    Corflex’s Cryo Pneumatic line was designed to make cold compression therapy accessible without large, expensive machinery. Our wraps combine targeted gel packs with an adjustable hand pump, delivering therapeutic cold and uniform compression, all without cords or power.

    This makes it easy for orthopedic clinics, PT centers, and DME providers to implement cold compression therapy without additional equipment burden.

    Common Use cases include:

    • Total knee arthroplasty (TKA)
    • ACL and ligament reconstructions
    • Rotator cuff and shoulder surgeries
    • Sports injuries and chronic inflammation management

    Practical Benefits for Providers

    For healthcare professionals, adopting cold compression therapy offers more than just clinical improvement. It’s a smart, scalable tool that enhances the patient experience while aligning with recovery best practices.

    Benefits include:

    • Portable, easy-to-use application for in-clinic or take-home use
    • Faster rehab timelines and improved therapy compliance
    • Reduction in opioid dependence in pain management programs
    • HCPCS-coded products that fit into DME and insurance workflows

    Whether you’re supporting high-volume surgical recoveries or helping athletes return to play, cold compression therapy is an essential tool in modern care. Corflex’s Cryo Pneumatic line makes implementation simple, cost-effective, and highly effective for patients and providers alike.

    Contact our team to learn more about how Corflex can support your recovery protocols and product needs.