THUASNE Ligastrap Genu Gebrauchsanweisung Seite 7

Composition
Textile components: polyamide - polyester - elastodiene - polyurethane - elastane.
Rigid components: polyamide - steel - polyethylene
Properties/Mode of action
Stabilisation of the knee ligaments provided by the double strapping system.
An anatomically-shaped knitting for even compression.
Indications
Joint instability/laxity.
Knee pain and/or swelling management.
Contraindications
Do not use the product if the diagnosis has not been confirmed.
Do not use in the event of known allergy to any of the components.
Do not apply the product in direct contact with broken skin.
Do not use in the event of major venous thromboembolic history without
thromboprophylaxis.
Precautions
Verify the product's integrity before every use.
Do not use the device if it is damaged.
Choose the appropriate size to fit the patient, referring to the size chart.
Not applicable to the medical devices made to measure patient, the measures are
individually taken.
It is recommended that a healthcare professional supervises the first application.
Strictly comply with your healthcare professional's prescription and
recommendations for use.
This product is intended for the treatment of a given condition. Its duration of use
is limited to this treatment only.
For hygiene and performance reasons, do not re-use the product for another
patient.
It is recommended to adequately tighten the device to achieve support/
immobilisation without restricting blood circulation.
In the event of discomfort, significant hindrance, pain, variation in limb volume,
abnormal sensations or change in colour of the extremities, remove the device and
consult a healthcare professional.
In the event of any modification in the product's performance, remove it and
consult a healthcare professional.
In case of history of venous or lymphatic disorders, consult a healthcare
professional.
Do not wear the device in a medical imaging machine.
Do not use the device in case of application of certain products on the skin (creams,
ointments, oils, gels, patches...).
Undesirable side-effect
This device can cause skin reactions (redness, itching, burns, blisters,etc.)
or wounds of various degrees of severity.
Any serious incidents occurring related to the device should be reported to the
manufacturer and to the competent authority of the Member State in which the
user and/or patient is resident.
Instructions for use/Application
It is recommended to wear the device directly on the skin, unless contraindicated.
To avoid damage to the knit fabric, please make sure that the self-griping pads
are always fastened to the designated self-griping surfaces when putting it on
and taking it off.
- Slip the knee brace on the leg with your foot extended, making sure that the
patella is properly positioned in the flexible knitted zone provided for this
purpose.
To make it easier to put on, use the pull tabs at the top of the brace and turn it
by approx. 90° beforehand.
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