Fitting Instructions - medi M.4s comfort Mode D'emploi

Fitting instructions

• Open all the straps. Sit on the edge of a chair,
pull the brace up the affected leg and flex your
knee to 45°.
• Position the joints so that the centre of the
joint (extension wedges' height) is positioned
at the level of the top edge of the kneecap and
slightly behind the leg's side central line.
Please make sure that the brace has been
placed on the leg straight and is not twisted.
Fasten Belt No. 1 first and then Belt No. 2.
• Keep your leg bent and check again that you
have put the brace on properly.
• First fasten the lower front calf strap (strap
#1), then the upper back thigh strap (#2). Keep
your knee in a flexed position and push both
joints towards the back of the leg.
• Now fasten the lower back thigh strap (#3).
• Now fasten the upper front calf strap (#4).
Then the upper back calf strap (#5), and finally
the front thigh strap (#6).
• Now move the knee lightly a few times and
check again that your have put the brace on
properly. Make any necessary corrections.
Care instructions
The brace cannot be worn in saltwater. If the
brace is worn in chlorinated water, it should be
rinsed out thoroughly with clean water
afterwards. Soap residues, lotions and
ointments can cause skin irritation and material
wear.
• Wash the product by hand, preferably using
medi clean washing agent.
• Do not bleach.
• Leave to dry naturally.
• Do not iron.
• Do not dry clean.
With normal use, the hinge mechanism should
not require any maintenance, but it can be
lubricated with Teflon spray. Check regularly
that the joint screws are secure, tighten them if
necessary.
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Storage instructions
Keep the brace in a cool, dry place and do not
expose to direct sunlight.
What can I do if the brace slips?
• Check that the brace is fitted properly. The
centre of the brace joints should be level with
the upper border of the kneecap.
• Make sure that the back thigh strap (#5) is
above the belly of the calf muscle
• Take the covers off the knee pads and wear the
pads directly on your skin. Watch for skin
reactions; skin irritation may occur in people
with very sensitive skin.
• Do not wear the brace over clothes.
Material composition
Avional, Velours, Polyester, PU foam
Liability
The manufacturer's liability will become void if
the product is not used as intended. Please also
refer to the corresponding safety information
and instructions in this manual.
Disposal
The product can be disposed of in the domestic
waste.
Your medi Team
Wishes you a quick return to full fitness.
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