Cuff Application
The VenaFlow Elite System will automatically detect the cuff that is attached to the
device and apply appropriate pressures . You must attach the cuffs prior to powering
on the device .
1)
Calf cuff – Apply cuff with the tube pointed toward the foot . The aircell may be
placed either on the back, side or front of the leg . It doesn't matter where the
aircell sits on the leg . It will perform the same .
Foot cuff – Apply cuff with the aircell centered on bottom of foot and with the
tube pointed to the left . Foot cuffs are only for use in standard rapid inflation
mode .
Thigh cuff – Apply cuff with the distal and proximal aircells centered on either
the back, side or front of the calf and thigh with the tube pointed toward the foot .
It doesn't matter where the aircell sits on the leg . It will perform the same .
2) Connect cuffs to the tubing that is attached to the pump .
For varied patient sizes, trim calf and thigh cuffs as needed for proper fit .
Be sure to secure cuff straps snug but not tight . When using the calf cuff and thigh
cuff, rotation of the aircell on the leg does not affect performance of the system .
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