GENUGIB
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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 increased stability around the knee,
such as:
• Mild to moderate medial/lateral knee
instabilities, sprains and strains.
PERFORMANCE
The device shall provide increased
stability around the knee.
CONTRAINDICATION
None known.
WARNINGS • PRECAUTIONS OF USE
This product contains Natural 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.
Do not wear for extended periods
without medical follow-up.
The orthosis must not be used in direct
contact with a damaged skin.
The orthosis is a single patient use device.
Do not use for multiple patients.
When adjusting the strap, tighten it so
that it is firm but comfortable.
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.
MEASUREMENT AND SIZE CHART
To determine the size, measure the circumference (cm) of a slightly bent knee and
refer to the size table below.
STAB
®
1
2
31-34
34-37
FEATURES OF THE DEVICE
Dual-centre hinge mechanism and stiff
lateral struts increase stability around
the knee.
Silicone patellar ring and groove for the
patellar tendon.
SET UP AND OPERATION
The first application should 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.
The brace is properly oriented when the
GIBAUD logo is the right way up.
Loosen the straps.
Slip on the brace, position the patella in
the center of patellar ring.
Tighten the straps to obtain firm but
comfortable maintain.
CARE INSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE
AND DISPOSAL
Hand wash in warm and soapy water
(maximum of 40°C) after removing the
hinges; 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
4
37-40
40-43
5
6
43-46
46-50