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BEFORE USING THE DEVICE, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY.
CORRECT APPLICATION IS VITAL TO THE PROPER FUNCTIONING OF THE DEVICE.
SUPPORT EVEREST
INTENDED USER PROFILE
The intended user should be a licensed medical professional, the patient, the
patient's caretaker, or a family member providing assistance. The user should
be able to:
• Read, understand and be physically capable to perform all the directions,
warnings and cautions provided in the information for use.
INTENDED USE/INDICATIONS
• Post-traumatic, pre-op or post-operative use, functional rehabilitation use,
return to activities.
• Light to moderate ACL/PCL injuries, moderate to severe lateral ligament
injuries (MCL, LCL), meniscal injuries, knee surgery.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
None
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
The knee brace has 2 lateral hinges blocked in extension. It also has a
removable posterior stay along the popliteal area. This stay is pre-shaped, but
can be moulded according to patient's needs or it can be removed.
With the patient lying on their back, open the brace.
1 - Position the patient's leg on the brace, with the knee centred between
the 2 bilateral hinges. Close the anti-slip strap on the calf using the hook and
loop closure.
2 - Secure the brace by closing the thigh cuff and calf cuff using the hook and
loop closures.
3 - Adjust the 4 straps to the required length and close using the buckle/clip
closure. Tighten the brace according to level of compression required.
Hinges
• To adjust flexion/extension, open the cap of each hinge, position the flexion/
extension stops at the desired angle, and close the hinge cap.
• To avoid damaging the hinges, the flexion/extension stops must be
positioned at the same angle on both hinges.
INTENDED FOR USE ON A SINGLE PATIENT
WARRANTY DJO, LLC will repair or replace all or part of the unit and its accessories for material or workmanship defects for a period
of six months from the date of sale.
NOTICE: WHILE EVERY EFFORT HAS BEEN MADE IN STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNIQUES TO OBTAIN THE MAXIMUM
COMPATIBILITY OF FUNCTION, STRENGTH, DURABILITY AND COMFORT, THERE IS NO GUARANTEE THAT INJURY WILL BE
PREVENTED THROUGH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
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HINGED KNEE BRACE
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
• We recommend that the first application be made under supervision of
a health care professional.
• If pain, swelling, changes in sensation or other unusual reactions occur
while using this product, you should contact your doctor immediately.
CARE
• Hand wash in lukewarm water
(30 ° C) with a mild detergent
• Air dry (do not place on
radiators/heaters or other heat
sources)
• Do not use bleach or chlorine,
do not iron.
COMPOSITION
Knee brace: Aluminium, polyester, rubber, polyamide, monofilament,
polyurethane, cotton, elastomer, resin
Knee Cuff –
Inflatable Pad: Polyester, nylon
Pump: Silicone, Polyethylene, PVC, ABS Resin (thermoplastic polymer),
synthetic rubber and steel wire
Cold Pack - Gel: propylene glycol, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, water.
Fabric: cotton, nylon
CAUTION: THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS NATURAL
RUBBER LATEX WHICH MAY CAUSE ALLERGIC
REACTIONS.
KNEE CUFF
• Wrap may be hand washed and
air dried. Gel inserts may be
cleaned with water, moist towel
or sponge.
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