APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Before applying the brace, please read these instructions completely and carefully.
Correct application is vital to the proper functioning of the brace.
INTENDED USER PROFILE:
The intended user should be a licensed medical professional, the patient or the patient's caregiver. The user should be able to read, understand and be physically capable of performing the
directions, warnings and cautions in the information for use.
INDICATIONS:
Boxer's Fractures; Flexor Tendon and/or Digital nerve damage to the 4th & 5th Metacarpal phalange (fingers).
MP Block creates a dorsal block that maintains 4th & 5th phalange at a 70º to 90º angle to keep fingers in full flexion following injury.
CONTRAINDICATIONS: None.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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Loosen all straps and slip
hand into support.
MP BLOCK
ULNAR SIDE
USE AND CARE
• Hand wash in warm water with mild soap, rinse thoroughly. AIR DRY. Note: If not rinsed thoroughly, residual soap can cause irritation or deteriorate material.
• This product is intended for use on a single patient.
WARNING:
Neoprene supports should not be worn by individuals with known susceptibility to dermatitis or allergies to neoprene.
If you experience any pain, swelling, sensation changes, or any unusual reactions while using this product, discontinue use and consult your medical professional immediately.
If you have skin disorders/injuries in the relevant part of the body, the product should be fitted and worn only after consultation with a medical professional.
WARRANTY: DJO, LLC will repair or replace all or part of the unit and its accessories for material or workmanship defects for a period of six months from the date of sale.
NOTICE: WHILE EVERY EFFORT HAS BEEN MADE IN STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNIQUES TO OBTAIN THE MAXIMUM COMPATIBILITY OF FUNCTION, STRENGTH, DURABILITY AND COMFORT,
THERE IS NO GUARANTEE THAT INJURY WILL BE PREVENTED THROUGH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
CAUTION: Please be advised that dj Orthopedics, LLC, does not recommend simultaneous wearing of functional knee braces bilaterally (right and left legs), during activities (ie .skiing) that may cause the braces to contact each other, resulting in potential loss of
control and injury. Functional knee braces are not recommended to be worn over clothing. Consult your licensed Healthcare professional for your activity limitations.
CAUTION: FEDERAL LAW (U.S.A.) RESTRICTS THIS DEVICE TO SALE BY OR ON THE ORDER OF A LICENSED HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL.
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Ensure MP Block/Stay is po-
Position brace so hand is
sitioned in the stay casing on
resting on palmer stay in
the ulnar side of brace (Fig.
line with the arm. Feed wrist
1). The MP Stay is malleable
support straps through
and may be contoured to fit
D-rings and secure.
individual patient needs.
NEOPRENE STRAP
PALMER STAY
Figure 1
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With MP Block resting on
top of 4th & 5th phalanges
at proper angle (70° to 90°),
pull MP Block neoprene strap
between 3rd & 4th phalange
and secure strap on the
Ulnar or Palmer stay casing
(Fig. 2).
Phalanges:
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
Figure 2
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The support should be snug
but comfortable.