Knee Braces in Ottawa & Vancouver

At SoleFit, we take the time to assess our clients to determine what type of product is right for them. We like to fully understand the type of injury, patient activity level, and general joint and muscle function in order to recommend the correct product. This may take a bit more time initially, but in the end, we think it results in maximum compliance and patient satisfaction.

For custom knee braces and medical compression garments, we require that you schedule an appointment with us to determine the product needed and to take measurements to order the item. A doctor’s prescription with diagnosis is necessary for the first appointment. For off the shelf products, an appointment is suggested, but we can accommodate walk-ins if one of our pedorthists is available. Our clinic primarily sees clients for pre-booked appointments, so please call ahead to find out when we can best accommodate your schedule.

We carry a small selection of commonly recommended off the shelf products in stock. Custom made items or non-stock sizes, colours, etc. must be ordered.

The manufacturers we work with generally ship products to us within 1-2 weeks, if not sooner. Custom items or backordered products may take a little longer to get to us.

Breg, Bledsoe, Ossur, Bauerfeind, Don Joy, Medi, EC3D, POP, etc.

If the product is available from one of our suppliers, then it’s very easy to order a unique product (non-refundable deposit required). If not, we can do our best to source it for you.

Most insurance companies will cover some bracing and recovery products. Check your individual plan for more details. We can provide all neccessary receipts or cost estimates required.

Shorts and comfortable footwear.

For custom bracing products and medical grade compression garments, we do need a doctor's diagnosis/prescription before you make your appointment. For OTC items, we do not require a referral.

This depends on your injury and recommendations from your physician. If you can get usage from your brace pre-surgery, we can measure and order anytime. Occasionally, we need to refit/remeasure post-surgery if a dramatic leg shape change has happened. We specialize in highly adjustable products that usually do not need to be refit.

Through our bracing assessment, we take the time to find out exactly why our patients require a brace and what they are comfortable wearing. There are so many options out there for low profile, highly compliant, easy to wear braces and compression garments. We would rather you wear a brace that does not provide 100% correction, but that you’re willing to wear, over a brace that provides 100% correction but sits in your closet!

As a medical clinic, we do have access to products and training that differs from what you can buy in the typical retail setting. That being said, make sure your compression garment is properly measured and sized correctly wherever you purchase the product to ensure maximum benefit.

In general, there are two types of compression: sport and daily use. Sport compression is worn during activity and targets specific muscle groups. Daily use compression is worn outside of activity and targets the entire leg with circular knit graduated compression. Different compression classes signify what level of compression is advised by your physician: OTC (<20 mmHG), Class 1 (20-30 mmHg), Class 2 (30-40 mmHg), Class 3 (40+ mmHg)

Unfortunately, we do not accept returns on bracing and recovery items with the exception of SUPERfeet and Correct Toes.  We do have a warranty policy however, in that any item can be modified or exchanged if it is mechanically or materially defective in any way.  We take great pride in our pedorthic expertise to ensure that we are recommending products prior to purchase to ensure the patient is getting the best possible fit for their needs!