The new GenuZip® knee joint bandage combines the functionality of the BORT classic StabiloGen, which is proven in many cases, with a novel closing system for knee joint bandages.

Commerce Township, MI - August 8, 2006 - The German company Bort Medical GmbH today announced the introduction of its innovative GenuZip® knee joint bandage to consumers in the United States. The GenuZip® combines the functionality of a classic knee support with a convenient closing zipper system, making it unnecessary to slip the support over the foot or to remove shoes - it is fast and easy to use. The support will be distributed through Bort-Swiss Orthopedic Supply, LLC in Commerce, Michigan (www.bort-swissortho.com). Patent pending # is S.N. 11/171264.

"Knee problems are very common and are a clear sign that you need effective support. Numerous studies and my experience with hundreds of patients show that knee support products such as the new GenuZip® knee joint bandage bring immediate pain relief for those with knee injuries or those who want to prevent further injuries. In many cases these people are able to walk, climb stairs, jog, play tennis or dance. In short - they enjoy life again. The zipper function of this support makes it much easier to put on and remove," says Dr. Christian Mauch, orthopedist in Stuttgart, Germany.

The GenuZip is especially helpful for patients with lumbar spine problems, since bending down to put on and remove knee supports can be very painful for them. The bandage's micro fiber lining and the pad in the hollow of the knee provide comfortable and skin-friendly support. The integrated patella silicone ring assures physiological guidance of the patella and provides an intermittent massage. The GenuZip® can be worn right as well as left and is available in beige, blue and silver.

"Our product launch for the GenuZip® in Germany and Europe has been very successful," says Wolfgang Bort, Managing Director of BORT Medical GmbH. "We are very excited to expand our distribution of our special knee support in the United States."

About BORT Medical GmbH:
BORT Medical GmbH, Weinstadt, Germany, has been one of the leading companies for medical and orthopedic supplies in Germany for the last 25 years and sells their products now in 25 countries. With about 150 employees BORT develops and produces more than 200 medical supplies like cervical supports, braces, knee and thigh supports and soft socks. Consumers may contact Michigan based Bort-Swiss Orthopedic Supply, LLC, the US distributor for Bort Medical GmbH, tel. 248.242.6907, fax 248.242.6908, eMail beth.swiss@bort-swissortho.com, website www.bort-swissortho.com

Further information:
Bort-Swiss Orthopedic Supply, LLC
2221 Applebrook Dr.
Commerce, MI. 48382
Office: 1-248-242-6907
FAX: 1-248-242-6908
website: www.bort-swissortho.com
email: Beth.Swiss@bort-swissortho.com