Stabilize your knee with a knee brace fitted by Braceworks, the experienced professionals. Marc Schneider, our chief clinician and certified orthotist knows good fit—from the inside. Marc has worn a knee brace since 1981. As a professional with an extensive backgorund in orthopaedic bracing, he employs a number of different braces to enjoy an active life.

Since injuring his anterior cruciate ligament in 1978, Marc gained valuable first hand experience with a variety of treatments for knee ligament injuries, osteoarthritis and chondromalacia including surgery, rehabilitation, bracing and medication. Combined with clinical knowledge, his personal experience yields an extra dimension of care.

Marc's Knee Résumé
Marc's orthopaedic history since 1978 spans the evolution of procedures from open to arthroscopic surgery and includes:
1978 - ACL Repair
1980 - Medial Menisectomy
1983 - ACL Reconstruction
2000 (January) - Debride Joint (Right Knee)
2000 (January) - Plica Removal (Left Knee)
2000 (July) - ACL Reconstruction using patellar tendon graft

Marc is very active and has worn a knee brace since 1980 for a range of activities including:
- Skiing (Alpine and Nordic - touring, telemark, classic, skate ski)
- Windsurfing
- Sailing (dinghies and cruisers)
- Indoor Climbing and Bouldering
- Hiking
- Soccer
- Skating (Hockey, Speed Skating)

Following successful ACL reconstruction in 2000, Marc transitioned from bracing primarily for stability to bracing for protection during high risk activities.

Tips from Marc regarding Osteoarthritis
Regular exercise involving low impact activities such as cycling and strength training are key to maintaining range of motion. Pain and loss of range of motion are clues to follow up with your rehabilitation specialist for a tune-up. Marc takes Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate supplement to relieve pain from osteoarthritis. Visit www.arthritis.org for more information on this supplement.

The Competitive Edge
Determination helps athletes excel. A cool head and a healthy concern for safety get you to the finish line. Many competitors in motocross and other extreme sports wear knee braces and other orthotics to guard against injury. Be careful. Ask Marc about armour plating your joints.