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Genumedi
Intended purpose
Genumedi is a knee bandage for soft tissue compression.
Indications
All indications which call for soft tissue compression with local
pressure pad(s) on the kneecap, such as:
• Mild instability
• Osteoarthritis and arthritis
• Patellofemoral pain syndrome (runner's knee)m
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.
Note on wearing
Supports are most beneficial during physical activity. The support can
in principle be worn throughout the day. This must depend on how
comfortable the wearer is. Moreover, the knee may not be bent by
more than 70° when sitting. The support should be removed for long
breaks (e.g. long periods sitting, long drives or sleeping).
The support is suitable for use in water. After use, please rinse
thoroughly
Putting on / Taking off
• Grasp the support with the thumb on the internal upper end of the
lateral knob adhesive bands (Fig. 1)
• Pull the support over the knee in such a way that the silicone ring
covers the kneecap centrally and free of pressure (Figs. 2 +3).
• To take off the support, grasp the lower lateral rods and pull it
downwards and away (Fig. 4).
Care instructions
The silicone ring is not supposed to be removed before washing. We
recommend using a laundry bag. Fabric softener, fats, oils and
ointments can attack the material and the Clima Comfort Effect can be
impaired. Soap residues 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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