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Lumbamed
disc
Intended purpose
The Lumbamed disc is a lumbar support
with adjustable stabilisation system.
The product is exclusively to be used for
the orthotic fitting of the lower back and
only on intact skin.
Indications
• Slipped disk, disk protrusion (including
after operations)
• Repeated blockages in the lower part
of the back
• Pain due to attrition (e.g. arthrosis of
the vertebral joints)
• Muscular imbalance of the abdomen/
back
SideEffects / Contraindications
No sideeffect is known which influences
the whole body. However, if supports (or
similar aids) are too tight, this may lead
to local pressure effects or the
constriction of blood vessels or nerves in
individual cases. You should thus consult
your doctor in the following
circumstances and before applying the
support:
• Diseases or injuries of the skin in the
area of use, especially with
inflammatory symptoms (excessive
warming, swelling or reddening).
Any combination with other products
must be discussed in advance with the
responsible doctor.
Mode of operation / note on wearing
Lumbamed disc stabilises the lower
thoracic and lumbar spine area as well
as the transition to the pelvis without
impairing the muscular power, using a
combination of compressing knitted
fabric, internal back rods and an
external strap supporting system. The
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statics of the spine are improved and the
spinal segments concerned are relieved,
which reduces pain. Variable supporting
elements make a quick mobilisation
possible. The stability of the brace can
be adjusted to the process of recovery by
removing the strap supporting system
(cf. Fig. 11). Moreover, the internal back
rods can be replaced by more flexible
rods (available as an option, cf. Fig. 12).
This activates the trunk musculature
step by step. Your attending physician
will specify the corresponding steps of
therapy.
In principle, the support can and should
be worn all day at the beginning of the
therapy and in particular after
operations to support the success of the
treatment. The special cut in the area of
the groin (Comfort Zone) is decisive for
the correct and comfortable fit of the
support. If you suffer excessive pain or
discomfort during wear, please take off
the product immediately and seek
medical advice. The support is suitable
for use in water. After use, please rinse
out the product thoroughly.
Putting on the brace
• (Fig. 1) Before putting on the orthotic,
please loosen the straps, so that it can
be put on without pulling. To do so,
unfasten the velcro ends of the straps
and loosen these by placing them
further back on the velour on the belt.
• (Fig. 2) The orientation of the label on
the righthand inner fastener has
information on how to put on the
brace (with the magenta edge pointing
upwards).
• (Fig. 3) Now, slide your left hand into
the inner hand strap on the lefthand
fastener side.
• (Fig. 4) Wrap the brace around your
body and check once again on the label
that you are holding the brace the
right way (magenta edge pointing
upwards).
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