Fitting Instructions; Care Instructions; Storage Instructions - medi protect.Epico ROM Instrucciones De Uso

Dear Patient!
Your doctor has prescribed the elbow orthosis protect.Epico ROM for you. Please read
through these instructions carefully to help you put the orthosis on.
indications
• Conservative treatment for dislocation of the elbow with associated injury
• Orthotic care for fractures of the medial or lateral epicondyles
• Postoperative treatment following implantation of prostheses
• Functional aftercare following stable fractures of the distal humerus
• Temporary immobilisation after arthrolysis of the elbow joint
Contraindications
None known to date.

Fitting instructions

• Open all the Velcro straps and put the brace on so that its joint lies directly over the lateral
epicondyle.
• First close the two lower arm belts, then the upper arm belts.
• Guide one end of the neck strap through the ring on the arm cuff and fasten the Velcro.
• Pass the other end over your shoulder, guide it through the ring on the hand rest, and
fasten the Velcro.
• The pads can be trimmed to size with scissors if necessary.
setting the flexion and extension limits
To set the radius of motion, first press the grey button during flexion and simultaneously shift
the joint to the desired number of degrees.
Repeat this process for extension.
Flexion limit: 0° - 120°
Extension limit: 0° - 120°
important notes
Adjust the extension and flexion limits on the instructions of your doctor only.

Care instructions

The pads can be washed by hand in mild, cold soapy water. Rinse thoroughly. Do not wring
out. Leave in the air to dry. Do not iron.
Soap residues may cause skin irritation or damage to the material.
When used normally the joint mechanism is maintenance-free. However, in exceptional
circumstances the hinges can be lubricated using Teflon™ spray.
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storage instructions

Store in a dry place at room temperature. Protect from heat, direct sunlight and moisture.
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