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SERF Strap

DonJoy

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Attention Medicare Patients

A revolutionary approach to help relieve and manage patellofemoral pain.
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Why are online bracing products less expensive than the ones purchased in a physician office?

When you purchase your brace online, there are certain services and benefits that you won’t receive. Services that you will receive from your medical professional in the office but not from your online retailer may include:

  • assessing your medical condition to determine the most appropriate brace
  • measuring you to determine the appropriate brace size
  • assessing brace fit
  • billing your insurance company for the brace
  • in person brace return or exchange if necessary

Comparing the cost of a device online vs. the cost of the same device provided in a medical professional’s office is not a valid comparison. As the consumer, you have to decide what is right for you and consider the trade-offs. Sure, online products tend to be less expensive – but you also lose the important services and benefits outlined above. Please make your decision carefully and, when in doubt, consult your medical provider and insurance company.

Shipping & Delivery

Orders will be shipped within 1 business day for in-stock merchandise purchased before noon pacific time Monday to Friday. Orders made on Saturday or Sunday will be shipped the following Monday ex. Public Holidays. If a product is out of stock customer will be contacted with an updated ETA, an alternate item, or offer of a refund. Shipping charges are calculated based on the weight of the products you are purchasing and your delivery address. You can view the shipping costs for the products you want to purchase by adding them to your cart and proceeding to the checkout page.

Shipping rates are calculated based on the weight of the items in your shopping cart. Delivery dates are determined based on the zipcode of your shipping address.

We ship all products to APO/FPO addresses with the exception of Compex Units. Only Compex accessories are shipped to APO/FPO addresses.

**Overnight shipping is not a guarantee for PO BOX or APO addresses.**

Standard overnight is delivery by 3pm; 8pm for residential addresses.
Priority overnight is delivery by noon; 3pm for residential addresses.

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Quite simply, we want your purchase to work for you. Our no-risk, unconditional 30-Day Money Back Guarantee allows you ample time to see if your investment in your health is doing the job you expect and deserve. If, after trying the product, you are not completely satisfied, you may exchange the item or return the product for a refund of the full purchase price (minus shipping & handling) within 30 days of the purchase. Be advised the return must be received in our warehouse prior to the end of the 30 days for your refund to be processed. Please note: The DonJoy Defiance Custom Knee Brace does not qualify for the 30 Day Money Back Guarantee because it is custom made.

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Is the SERF Strap right for me?

Ideal for those suffering with patellofemoral or anterior knee pain resulting from excessive hip internal rotation, adduction, and/or knee valgus. May use when running or performing other sports. Try our Brace Advisor for personalized product recommendations to meet your needs!

An Approach to Managing Patellofemoral Pain

Developed in conjunction with Dr. Christopher Powers at the University of Southern California, the S.E.R.F. Strap™ is the FIRST patellofemoral brace designed to help alleviate patellofemoral pain stemming from abnormal hip motion(s). The S.E.R.F. Strap™ utilizes a unique 3-point hip-leg anchor to help alleviate patellofemoral pain caused by excessive hip internal rotation, adduction, and/or knee valgus. Made of thin Breathe-O-Prene®, the S.E.R.F. Strap™ is lightweight, breathable, and designed to be worn underneath clothing. The S.E.R.F. Strap™ can be used to control abnormal hip motion during leisure/sport activities and as a training tool in the clinic. The DonJoy S.E.R.F. Strap™…Ride the wave of change!


Traditional treatment of patellofemoral pain (PFP) has been based on the premise that abnormal patellar tracking and/or malalignment is the primary cause of symptoms. While this theory may hold true in some instances, it is not always the case. In fact, the true etiology of PFP remains somewhat controversial… until now.


Research conducted by Dr. Christopher Powers at the University of Southern California has suggested that abnormal patellar tracking may be the result of excessive internal rotation of the femur (i.e. the femur moving under the patella). 1dj Ortho has worked with Dr. Powers to create a brace that supports alignment of the hip. The S.E.R.F. Strap™ stabilizes the patellofemoral joint and reduces pain through external rotation of the femur.


The S.E.R.F Strap™ is the first patellofemoral brace designed to help alleviate PFP stemming from abnormal hip motion(s). If you suspect that your patient’s PFP is related to poor proximal control, the S.E.R.F Strap™ is the right choice. The S.E.R.F. Strap™ can be used to control abnormal hip motion during leisure/sport activities and can be used as a training tool in the clinic.


S. E. R. F. = Stability thru External Rotation of the Femur Indications

  • Patellofemoral or anterior knee pain resulting from excessive hip internal rotation, adduction, and/or knee valgus
  • Chronic lower extremity conditions resulting from abnormal hip motion(s) and/or poor proximal control

Features and Benefits:

  • 3-point hip-leg anchor reduces PFP by externally rotating the hip
  • Thin Breathe-O-Prene
  • Contoured design limits migration during activity
  • Re-Application markers for easy re-application and improved patient compliance
  • 6 month warranty

Instructions for Use

How to Put on the DonJoy SERF Strap - PDF
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I am hypermobile (Ehlers-Danlos) and have partial labral tears in both hips which I am trying to prevent from becoming complete. My legs rotate inward due to lax connective tissue which causes my hips try to sublux. This does cause me mild knee pain and patellar popping. Can I wear the strap on both legs or do they make one that helps both legs at once? Will this help my situation- prevent subluxation of the hips, further completeness of labral tears, and knee discomfort?
Question by: Janet C. on Sep 20, 2015, 9:19 PM
Janet
The SERF Strap will rotate the hips outward, so this will prevent hip internal rotation and should help with the subluxation. You can wear straps on both hips
Answer by: Admin on Sep 20, 2015, 9:19 PM
If i have dislocated my knee cap and i am in volleyball, i wanted to know if this would be good for my knee. I really need a knee brace but i cant find one. Would this be good?
Question by: Katie on Jul 21, 2011, 7:13 PM
This brace is a great tracking brace, but it is not the best for Dislocation patellas. I would suggest looking at either the Tru-pull Lite, or the Tru-pull Advanced system, either of these will be a better choice for you.
Answer by: Admin on Jul 21, 2011, 7:13 PM
I am 5'5 and weigh 118 pounds what size would work best for me?
Question by: Danielle Oleson on Jan 11, 2017, 6:06 PM
Based on your height and weight you would be a Large.
Answer by: Admin on Jan 11, 2017, 6:06 PM
are there any video instructions on how to put on serf strap.
Question by: jean on Sep 9, 2013, 7:25 PM
I am sorry but there is no video of that. If you call customer care they can email you the instructions for the SERF strap.
Answer by: Admin on Sep 9, 2013, 7:25 PM
Does this product contain latex?
Question by: Jen on Jul 28, 2014, 11:32 AM
Jen
It does not contain latex but it is neoprene
Answer by: Admin on Jul 28, 2014, 11:32 AM
Size Chart & Fit

See height-weight index chart below for sizing.

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