DONJOY 82-1760 EpiForce Strong Strap User Manual
- June 4, 2024
- Donjoy
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DONJOY 82-1760 EpiForce Strong Strap User Manual
BEFORE USING THE DEVICE, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY. CORRECT APPLICATION IS VITAL TO THE PROPER FUNCTIONING OF THE DEVICE.
INTENDED USER PROFILE
The intended user should be the patient, a licensed medical professional, 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.
INTENDED USE/INDICATIONS
- Epicondyle/ligament and tendon related trauma/injury
- Medial or lateral epicondylitis (e.g. tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow)
- Elbow pain due to overuse, chronic inflammation
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Any known allergies to the medical device materials.
Peripheral arterial diseases.
Impaired blood flow in the arms.
Impaired lymphatic drainage or soft tissue swelling of unknown origin.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
If you have skin conditions/trauma in the relevant part of the body, the product should be fitted and worn only after consultation with a medical professional. Do not apply on open wounds. If pain, swelling, changes in sensation or other unusual reactions occur while using this product, you should contact your doctor immediately. The product should be removed during long periods of rest. Do not use this device if it was damaged and/or packaging has been opened.
NOTE: Contact manufacturer and competent authority in case of a serious incident arising due to usage of this device.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Attach the pad within the marked frame depending on the indication. For lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), place the pad on the outside and for medial epicondylitis (golfer’s elbow) place it on the inside. For the right arm (R) and the left arm (L), the tip of the pad should be facing towards the hand.
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Place the EpiForce Strong on the forearm (the strap should always be on the outside of your arm, buckle on top). The pad should be approximately 4-6 cm below the elbow (over the area of pain).
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Slap the strap and it will circle around your forearm.
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Fasten the buckle.
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To fasten the strap, rest the forearm on a hard surface (e.g. a table) and tighten the hook fastening.
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The support should fit the arm closely without causing constriction.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
Hand wash (max 30°C) with a mild detergent.
Do not bleach. Rinse thoroughly. Air dry. Do not machine dry. Do not dry
clean. Do not iron
COMPOSITION
Steel,
NOT MADE WITH NATURAL RUBBER LATEX
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. To the
extent the terms of this warranty are inconsistent with local regulations, the
provisions of such local regulations will apply.
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