VQ OrthoCare Announces New Ligament Knee Braces

CARLSBAD, CA, July 14, 2012 (Press-News.org) VQ OrthoCare , creator of the award-winning BioniCare solution, is pleased to announce the release of its newest ligament brace, the Catalyst Elite . As part of VQ OrthoCare's brace line, Catalyst Elite is designed to be worn during activity to prevent injuries including ACL tears; MCL tears, meniscus tears; sprains and strains.

First introduced in 2007, Catalyst Elite was brought to market to meet the demand of patients spanning from professional athletes to weekend warriors who needed a sturdy, comfortable brace that didn't migrate when used. The newest edition of the brace features the patented adjustable Active Thigh Cuff , which delivers the ultimate in suspension, protection and comfort by moving with the muscles throughout the range of motion to avoid slipping, gapping or irritation. Additionally, the Catalyst Elite also includes a posterior lower cuff which reduces tibial pressure issues, an aerospace-grade frame for superior protection and anatomically precise hinges which enhance the ease of movement. The brace is available in off-the-shelf and custom versions both of which have an optional rigid top. The off-the shelf version provides the strength of a custom brace in an off-the-shelf model. The custom version is offered in 12 colors including, royal purple, energy green, platinum silver and matte black.

"At VQ OrthoCare, we are dedicated to creating versatile braces for all activity levels," said Jim Knape, president and founder, VQ OrthoCare. "The Catalyst Elite brace not only allows patients protection while staying active, but does so in a comfortable design that reduces migration and allows greater freedom of movement than other braces."

VQ OrthoCare was founded almost 25 years ago in Irvine, Calif. and is the leading manufacturer and provider of non-invasive medical solutions focused on bone, joint and soft-tissue conditions. VQ OrthoCare also offers in-home patient fitting of braces and other medical devices, and technology-enabled compliance monitoring. In addition to Catalyst Elite and BioniCare, VQ OrthoCare's other products include: SurgiStim4, OrthoStim4, Eagle, OActive knee bracing, upper and lower extremity bracing, spinal bracing and products for post-operative recovery and rehabilitation.

Catalyst Elite is now available nationwide and can be ordered directly at (800)-266-6969. For more information on VQ OrthoCare or Catalyst Elite, visit http://www.vqorthocare.com.

About VQ OrthoCare :

Founded in 1989 and based in Irvine, Calif., VQ OrthoCare is a leading manufacturer and provider of non-invasive medical solutions focused on bone, joint and soft-tissue conditions. VQ OrthoCare's commitment to treating patients with respect and supporting them in achieving optimum outcomes is unmatched in the industry. Services include in-home patient fitting of braces and other medical devices, and technology-enabled compliance monitoring. VQ OrthoCare's products include: SurgiStim4, OrthoStim4, Eagle, OActive knee bracing, Fast Start EMS, Fast Start HVPC, VQ Vector, and the BioniCare system. VQ OrthoCare is registered with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as a medical device manufacturer and specification developer.