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protect.Genu
Intended purpose
protect.Genu is a knee bandage for soft tissue compression.
Indications
All indications requiring soft tissue compression with local pads in
the area of the patella, such as:
• Mild instability
• Osteoarthritis and arthritis
• Patellofemoral pain syndrome (runner's knee)
Contraindications
None known at present.
Risks / Side Effects
If the aids are too tight, this can cause local pressure sores or
constriction of blood vessels or nerves. Therefore you should consult
the doctor treating you before you use it if the following
circumstances apply to you:
• Condition or injury of the skin in the area of application,
particularly with infectious indications (excessive heat, swelling or
reddening)
• Paraesthesia and circulatory disorders (e.g. as seen in diabetes,
varicose veins)
• Lymph drainage disorders – equally, swelling of soft tissue adjacent
to the area of application which is not related to a condition
When wearing snug-fitting aids, this can result in localised skin
inflammation or irritation that is due to mechanical irritation of the
skin (particularly in conjunction with sweating) or due to the
composition of the material.
Intended patient groups
Healthcare professionals should provide care to the adults and
children, applying the available information on the measurements/
sizes and necessary functions/indications and in line with the
information provided by the manufacturer, and acting under their
own responsibility.
Instructions for fitting
• Grasp the support, with the thumb on the inside and on the upper
end of the lateral rods (Fig. 1+2).
• Pull the support over the knee, in such a way that pad covers the
knee centrally without compressing it (Figs. 3+4)
• To remove the support, grasp it at the bottom on the lateral rods
and pull it upwards and away.
Tips on wearing
Supports have the greatest effect during physical activity. In
principle, the support can be worn throughout the day. During long
periods of rest (sitting for long periods, driving, sleeping), the
support should be removed.
Care instructions
Soap residues, lotions and ointments can cause skin irritation and
material wear.
• Wash the product by hand, preferably using a medi clean
detergent, or in delicate cycle at 30°C using a mild detergent
without fabric conditioners.
• Do not bleach.
• Leave to dry naturally.
• Do not iron.
• Do not dry clean.
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Storage instructions
Keep the product in a cool, dry place and do not expose to direct
sunlight.