Fitting Instructions; Washing Instructions - Össur Universal 3-Panel Knee Immobilizer Instrucciones Para El Uso

ENGLISH
USES
Emergency, pre and post operative knee immobilization.
Patients should be instructed to inspect their knee and the product
before and after each use.
PHOTO CAPTIONS
A. Contact closure strap
B. Posterior stays
C. Popliteal pad (or foam pad)
D. Hot/cold therapy gel pad
E. Size adjustable panels
F. Patella opening

FITTING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Remove adhesive strip backing on popliteal pad. Position pad on
support in popliteal region for added comfort.
2. Place hot/cold therapy gel pads in support, if desired. Follow hot/cold
therapy instructions for proper use.
3. Apply support to leg on a horizontal surface. Center the knee in the
patella opening.
4. Adjust the panels to the correct size using the contact closure
attachments.
When immobilizer is applied, size adjustable panels should meet in the
center to prevent straps from contacting the leg. Readjust if needed.
5. For best fit, fasten contact closure straps in order from bottom to top.
Adjust straps for comfort. Do not over tighten.
6. Attach elastic patella cover over knee, if desired.
HOT/COLD THERAPY
1. For cold therapy, remove gel pad from brace and place into a freezer
for approximately 20 minutes to 1 hour. To reduce swelling, apply directly
to the skin with leg elevated for 20 minutes.
2. For hot therapy, remove gel pad from brace and place in microwave
oven for 20 second intervals at low setting until hot.
Do not use oven or flame to heat the gel pad. Do not apply heated gel
pad directly to skin. If too hot, allow to cool before applying.
3. Once gel pad is hot/cold, use contact closure tabs to adhere it into
the brace to continue therapy. Diabetics and patients with vascular
insufficiencies must always consult a physician before using hot/cold
therapy.

WASHING INSTRUCTIONS

1. The brace may be cleaned using a mild detergent and cold water. Do
not wash in washing machine.
2. Lay brace out flat on a towel and air dry.
Do not squeeze or wring out the brace.
Do not place in dryer. Do not place near heater. Do not use bleach or
strong detergents.