Ottobock 4801N Epiflex Instrucciones De Uso página 8

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These instructions for use provide you with important information on
the handling and intended use of the 4801N Epiflex epicondylitis
brace.
2 Intended use
2.1 Indications for use
The orthosis is intended exclusively for orthotic fittings of the upper
limbs and exclusively for contact with intact skin.
The orthosis must be used in accordance with the indications.
2.2 Indications
• Epicondylitis humeri radialis (tennis elbow)
• Epicondylitis humeri ulnaris (golfer elbow)
Indications must be determined by the physician.
2.3 Contraindications
2.3.1 Absolute Contraindications
Not known.
2.3.2 Relative Contraindications
The following indications require consultation with a physician: skin
diseases/injuries, inflammation, prominent, swollen scars, redden­
ing and hyperthermia in the relevant area; pronounced varicose
veins, especially with impaired blood return, lymph drainage dis­
orders and unclear soft tissue swelling distal to the device; sensory
and circulatory disorders in the area of the forearm and hand, e.g.
associated with diabetic neuropathy.
2.4 Effects
The brace with a semi-rigid, moulded plastic support has an anal­
gesic effect because it relieves strain on the muscle origins of the
forearm musculature (depending on the positioning of the brace,
the muscle origins of the hand and finger extensors or the hand and
finger flexors). It allows the user to carry out everyday activities, des­
pite elbow complaints.
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