Enhance the precision and effectiveness of your manual therapy treatments with the Kaltenborn Wedge. Designed specifically for the rigorous demands of orthopedic manual therapy, this mobilization wedge serves as an essential tool for physical therapists, chiropractors, and osteopaths seeking to improve joint mobility in the spine and extremities.

The wedge acts as a stable fulcrum, assisting the therapist in applying specific mobilization forces while minimizing stress on their own hands and wrists. Its durable construction offers the perfect balance of firmness and comfort; it is rigid enough to provide the necessary leverage for grade III and IV mobilizations, yet compliant enough to ensure patient comfort against the skin. The defining feature is the central groove, expertly molded to accommodate the spinous processes. This thoughtful design element allows for direct application of pressure to the transverse processes or ribs without causing unnecessary pain or compression to the vertebrae, ensuring a safer and more comfortable experience for the patient.

Key Features and Benefits

Ergonomic Central Groove: The distinct molded channel relieves direct pressure on the spinous processes, facilitating comfortable posterior-anterior mobilization of the spine.
Enhanced Leverage: Acts as a fulcrum to improve the mechanical advantage during treatment, allowing for more effective mobilization with less effort from the practitioner.
Durable Construction: Crafted from high-quality, heavy-duty rubber that withstands repeated use in a busy clinical environment without losing its shape or structural integrity.
Non-Slip Texture: The surface material provides excellent traction, preventing the wedge from sliding on the treatment table or against the patient's skin during dynamic movements.
Versatile Application: While designed for the spine, the wedge’s angled shape makes it suitable for mobilizing various peripheral joints and extremities.
Portable Design: Lightweight and compact, making it easy to transport between treatment rooms or for home visits.

Indications of Use

The Kaltenborn Wedge is indicated for use by trained healthcare professionals for the following applications:

Spinal Mobilization: Specifically useful for mobilizing the thoracic and lumbar spine to address stiffness and hypomobility.
Rib Mobilization: Assists in the treatment of rib restrictions and costovertebral joint dysfunction.
Self-Mobilization: Can be used by patients under supervision for specific home exercise programs to maintain spinal mobility.
Kyphosis Treatment: Assists in corrective positioning for patients presenting with increased thoracic kyphosis.

Specifications

Product Type: Mobilization Wedge / Manual Therapy Tool
Color: Black
Material: High-density, durable rubber
Dimensions: Approximately 9" (L) x 4" (W) x 3" (H) at the highest point
Weight: Approximately 1 lb
Care: Washable with standard clinical disinfectant wipes or soap and water.

Chattanooga Kaltenborn Wedge - Black