General Safety Instructions - Ottobock 50K6-1 Agilium Patella Gebrauchsanweisung

Warning regarding possible technical damage.
NOTICE

4.2 General safety instructions

CAUTION
Contact with heat, embers or fire
Risk of injury (such as burns) and risk of product damage.
► Keep the product away from open flames, embers and other sources of heat.
CAUTION
Reuse on other persons and improper cleaning
Skin irritation, formation of eczema or infections due to contamination with germs
► The product may be used by one person only.
► Clean the product regularly.
NOTICE
Contact with ointments, lotions, or other products that contain oils or acids
Insufficient stabilization due to loss of material functionality
► Do not expose the product to ointments, lotions, or other products that contain oils or acids.
NOTICE
Improper use and changes
Change in or loss of functionality as well as damage to the product
► Use this product with care and only for its intended purpose.
► Do not make any improper changes to the product.
5 Handling
INFORMATION
► The daily duration of use and period of application are generally determined by the physi­
cian.
► The initial fitting and application of the product must be carried out by qualified personnel
according to the instructions of the treating physician.
► Consult a physician if any exceptional changes are noted (such as worsening of the com­
plaint).
5.1 Selecting the Size
1) Measure the circumference of the thigh 15 cm above the center of the patella.
2) Measure the circumference of the lower leg 15 cm below the center of the patella.
3) Determine the size of the brace (see size chart).
5.2 Adaptation
CAUTION
Incorrect or excessively tight application
Risk of local pressure and constriction of blood vessels and nerves due to improper or exces­
sively tight application
► Ensure that the brace is applied properly and fits correctly.
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