DARCO MECRON Knee Splints Instructions

: June 3, 2024
: DARCO

Table of Contents

Technical data
Cleaning instructions
Instructions for use
Documents / Resources
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)

MECRON Knee Splints
Instructions

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MECRON Knee Flexion| MECRON Knee Straight
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MECRON Knee 3-part| MECRON Knee Clinical
DARCO MECRON Knee Splints - Fig4
MECRON Knee Pediatric

Technical data

Sizes: The 1-part MECRON knee braces need to be ordered in relation to upper and lower leg circumference. Measure the circumference both 20 cm above and below the middle of the patella.
The 3-part MECRON knee braces are individually adjustable to the patient’s leg circumference (up to a max. thigh circumference of 74 cm).

1-part knee braces:
MECRON Knee Flexion & MECRON Knee Straigh

Length	Size	Girth Femur	Girth Lower Leg	Colours
40 cm	S

3-part knee braces:
MECRON Knee 3-part

Length	Beugung	Colours

40 cm
50 cm
60 cm| 0° /20°
0° /20°
0° /20°| Velour Blue Black

MECRON Knee Clinical

Length	Beugung	Colours

50 cm
60 cm| 0° /20°
0° /20°| 0° /20°

MECRON Knee Pediatric:

Length	Colours

22 cm
32 cm
42 cm| Blue-Yellow
Blue-Orange,
Blue-Light Blue

Material:
Outer material: vinyl, denim or velour Inner material: PU soft foam Textile covering: synthetic yarns Edging strips: 100% cotton Velcro-fasteners: polyamide Sewing threads: olyester
Care: The product is maintenance-free.
Caution
Always follow these instructions for use. If you notice any side effects (e.g. swollen skin, pressure points, disrupted blood circulation, etc.) please consult your doctor. If used improperly, the product’s function and optimum protection can no longer be guaranteed. This appliance is intended to assist you in your recovery and should only be used as rescribed by (or in consultation with) your doctor or medical specialist. DARCO (Europe) GmbH does not assume any responsibility.
Avoid using the brace in water and do not expose it to acids and solvents. It is advisable to wear dressings. We recommend that you refrain from driving while you are earing his appliance. This appliance is a single-use product.

Cleaning instructions

All MECRON knee braces are washable at 30°. Make sure not to spin the braces. Remove the aluminium rods and close the velcro-fasteners prior to washing. Wash braces ade of denim separately as the dye in this material may run when it is washed. After washing, pull the braces into shape, re-insert the rods and place horizontally to dry.

Instructions for use

Instructions for use for the following products:
1-part knee braces:
MECRON Knee Flexion | 20° bent knee brace according to Dr. Hildebrand.
MECRON Knee Straight | 0° straight knee brace.
3-part knee braces:
MECRON Knee 3-part | 0° or 20° 3-part universal knee brace
MECRON Knee Clinical | 0° or 20° hospital brace
MECRON Knee Paediatric | 0° universal knee brace for children
The MECRON knee braces are used to immobilise your knee in the flexion position prescribed by your doctor. The immobilising knee braces feature medial and lateral luminium rods to assist in lateral stabilization. The posterior aluminium rods are accommodated in bags with velcro fasteners. The rods are removable and can be re-bent as equired. The braces feature velcro fasteners and thanks to their additional integrated foam pads provide a non- slip fit which is comfortable for patients. The materials used re easy on the skin and breathable.
How to use 1-part knee braces:

Place the patient’s leg into the immobilising knee brace. Position the patella recess to the left and the right alongside the kneecap.
Align the brace in such a way that the lateral rods lie along the knee’s medial and lateral ligaments. Slightlybending the aluminium rods in the brace enables you to adjust them to the circumstances of the leg.
Next close the upper velcro strip first. Then, and only then, the other strips. Ensure to close the strips securely, but do not exert pressure. The brace must not be allowed to slide

How to use 3-part knee braces:

Separate the shell into 3 parts.
Place the patient’s leg into the posterior part of the immobilising knee brace. Position the patella recess to the left and the right alongside the kneecap.
Afterwards take the two lateral parts and attach them to the posterior part of the immobilising knee brace in such a way that the lateral rods lie along the knee’s medial and lateral ligaments. The patella recess of the three parts should be vertically aligned. Slightly bending the aluminium rods in the brace enables you to adjust them to the circumstances of the leg.
Next close the upper velcro strip first. Then, and only then, the other strips. Ensure to close the strips securely, but do not exert pressure. The brace must not be allowed to slide. The 3 individual parts enable you to achieve a secure fit.

You can stick the attached pad in the hollow of the knee area in the rail, if required. In certain indications the compression strip is intended for patella stabilisation. (Is only supplied with MECRON Knee 3-part.) Attach the brace in such a way that it fits snugly on your body. Ensure not to trap your skin around the velcro fastener. To prevent constriction, do not over-tighten.

Indications
> Conservative therapy in case of collateral ligament injuries

Cruciate ligament instabilities
Meniscus injuries
Traumatic or degenerative changes to knee joints
Immobilisation after patella dislocation
Posttraumatic, postoperative immobilisation
Immobilisation after ligament injuries
Conditions after meniscus suture
Preoperative pain
Contraindications:
No contraindications are known

DARCO (Europe) GmbH
Gewerbegebiet 18
82399 Raisting, Germany
Telefon +49 (0) 88 07.92 28-0
Fax +49 (0) 88 07.92 28-22
info@darco.de, www.darco.de
Made in Germany

Documents / Resources

| DARCO MECRON Knee Splints [pdf] Instructions
MECRON, Knee Splints, MECRON Knee Splints, Splints
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| DARCO Mecron Knee Splints [pdf] Instruction Manual
Mecron Knee Splints, Mecron, Knee Splints, Splints