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PATELLA SLEEVE
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If you have any doubts regarding the
applications and use of this medical
device, do not hesitate to ask your
doctor and / or fitter, pharmacist,
orthotist, or orthopaedic consultant for
advice.
INDICATIONS
For knee conditions that may benefit
from compression, such as :
• Patella tendinopathy.
• Patellofemoral Osteoarthritis (PFOA).
• Chondromalacia.
• Mild sprains and strains.
• Knee pain.
• Feeling of instability.
PERFORMANCE
The device provides realignment of the
patella.
The device provides class 3 compression.
The device provides proprioception.
CONTRAINDICATION
Must not be used by individuals from
whom compression is contraindicated.
WARNINGS • PRECAUTIONS OF USE
This product contains Naturel Rubber
Latex which may cause allergic reactions.
The brace should not be used in cases
where the injury requires relative or
absolute immobilization or surgical
procedure.
Users with medical conditions that
decrease blood circulation in limbs (e.g.
Diabetes or peripheral vascular diseases)
should consult their doctor before using
the brace.
Do not wear for extended periods
without medical follow-up.
MEASUREMENT AND SIZE CHART
The size of the orthosis is to be chosen according to the circumference of the
knee (in slightly bent position), measured at the center of the patella (in cm).
1
2
28-33
33-38
The orthosis must not be used in direct
contact with damaged skin.
The orthosis is a single patient use device.
Do not use for multiple patients.
If any problems occur with the use of the
orthosis, e.g. pain or appearance of local
signs, remove the orthosis and contact
your healthcare professional.
The user and/or patient must report any
serious incident that has occurred in
relation to the device to the manufacturer
and the competent authority of the
Member State in which the user and/or
patient is established.
SET UP AND OPERATION
The first application must be carried out
by a qualified healthcare professional to
understand the correct fitting and how to
put the device on properly. Subsequently,
the product should be put on the patient
in the same way by the user or a family
member or a friend.
When fitting, the kneecap should be
positioned in the centre of the kneecap
ring, and care should be taken to position
the. The hollow of the stabilization groove
(lower part of the ring) must be positioned
on the tibial tuberosity.
CARE INSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE
AND DISPOSAL
Hand wash in warm and soapy water
(maximum of 40°C); rinse thoroughly;
wring out gently; do not bleach; dry flat,
do not tumble dry; do not iron; do not
dry clean.
The device and packaging must
be disposed of in accordance with
respective local or national environmental
regulations.
3
38-43
4
5
43-48
48-53
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