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4 Handling
INFORMATION
► The daily duration of use and period of application are generally deter­
mined by the physician.
► The initial fitting and application of the product must be carried out by
qualified personnel.
► Instruct the patient in the handling and care of the product.
► Instruct the patient to see a physician immediately if any exceptional
changes are noted (e.g. worsening of the complaint).
4.1 Selecting the Size
1) Measure the circumference above the ankle.
2) Determine the size of the support (see size chart).
4.2 Application
CAUTION
Incorrect or excessively tight application
Skin irritation due to overheating, local pressure points due to tight appli­
cation to the body
► Ensure that the support is applied properly and fits correctly.
► Do not use the product in case of a known heat allergy.
► When in doubt, do not continue to use the product if skin irritation
occurs.
NOTICE
Use of a worn or damaged product
Limited effectiveness
► Instruct the patient to inspect the product for proper functionality,
wear, and damage prior to each use.
► Advise the patient that the product may not be used if the product or
part of the product exhibits signs of wear (e.g. cracks, deformation,
poor fit) or damage.
The L-shaped pad marks the outside of the ankle.
1) Fold the support down enough so the heel can be grasped (see fig. 1).
2) Pull the support over the foot up to the heel (see fig. 2).
3) Unfold the section of the support that was folded over, i. e. unroll it
upwards (see fig. 3).
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