What type of activities does Ascend support?

Ascend is designed to support your daily activities and common movements like walking, kneeling, sitting on and standing up from a chair, and going up and down steps.

What is Ascend?

Ascend is a smart knee orthosis designed to provide relief from knee pain and intuitively support everyday mobility. The customized, lightweight, and comfortable design reduces burden on the knee and adjusts to users as needed, enabling a confident, active and healthy lifestyle.

Smart sensor technology provides support when performing common motions like walking, kneeling, standing, sitting, and going up or down steps. Ascend provides a safe, non-invasive and non-surgical option for pain relief and mobility constraints related to osteoarthritis, knee instability, and/or weak quadriceps.

To learn more about knee pain or Ascend, visit www.ascend.health, call us at 415.481.6400 or email us at hello@ascend.health.

Medical Disclaimer: Ascend is registered with the FDA as a Class I medical device. This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare providers.

What are the risks of using Ascend?

Ascend is registered with the FDA and indicated for people with knee pain due to osteoarthritis, instability, and weak quads. If you rely on a wheelchair for all your activities, Ascend may not be right for you. Please talk to your doctor if Ascend is right for you.

Will Ascend help my torn ACL?

Ascend is indicated for people with knee pain due to osteoarthritis (natural or due to injury), instability, and weak quads. Ascend is not recommended for people with recent injuries. Please talk to your doctor if Ascend is right for you.

How heavy is Ascend?

The SmartPack weighs roughly 11-12lbs. The leg weighs roughly 2 - 2.5 lbs.

How can I purchase Ascend?

A purchase order can be submitted by a qualified customer at a Test Drive location or through a trained orthotist. Click here to see if you qualify. Following the purchase order, Ascend will be custom fabricated and delivered by your orthotist.

Is Ascend waterproof?

Ascend is water resistant, but not waterproof nor designed to be used in water. Submerging the orthosis or SmartPack in water or cleaning solution will damage the device.

Can I use Ascend for both knees?

No, Ascend is a one-legged application. Wearing an Ascend orthosis on both knees will not work. Often, we find that if you have pain in both knees, usually one knee is worse than the other. Ascend may be used for the leg with higher pain and it may help improve compensation and balance for both legs and thereby improving the overall experience during everyday activities.

Can I travel on a plane with Ascend?

The Ascend system is designed to be acceptable for air travel. Special instructions are included in the use Instructions for Use on how to comply with TSA regulations while carrying Ascend aboard aircrafts.

Can Ascend help me up from the ground or stand up after a fall?

No, Ascend does not help you get off the ground. Ascend supports you when performing common motions like walking, kneeling, standing, sitting, and going up or down steps.

Can you drive with Ascend on?

Ascend is designed for your daily activities, and the SmartPack is designed to be disconnected when seated in a vehicle. It is not recommended to drive while Ascend is switched on.

Can Ascend be used if you've already had a knee replacement surgery?

Yes, it depends on your specific situation. We encourage that you talk to your doctor to see if Ascend is recommended for you.

Can Ascend be used for sports?

No, Ascend is designed to support everyday activities such as walking, going up and down steps, getting up from or sitting down on a bench, squatting or kneeling. It is not intended to be used for high intensity-sports or activities such as running, tennis, football, basketball, etc.