DJO Procare One Piece Cervical Collar Instructions

PROCARE®ONE PIECECERVICAL COLLAR

BEFORE USING THE DEVICE, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY. CORRECT APPLICATION IS VITAL TO THE PROPER FUNCTIONING OF THE DEVICE.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 BEPREVENTED THROUGH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.

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 all the directions, warnings, and cautions provided in the information for use.INTENDED USE/INDICATIONS: The Procare One Piece cervical collar is designed to stabilize and relieve the cervical spine and may be suitable for the symptomatic relief of pain and stiffness in the cervical spine area following patient trauma or injury. It may help to minimize neck pain and discomfort. For further details please consult your prescribing physician. Providing immobilization or controlled movement of the limb or body segment.CONTRAINDICATIONS: Do not use if you are allergic to any of the materials contained within this product.WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS:This product is to be prescribed and fitted by a physician.Do not use over open wounds.Do not use this device if it was damaged and/or the package has been opened.The collar should be snug but not tight enough to cause excessive pressure, pain, or difficulty breathing or swallowing.If pain, swelling, changes in sensation, or other unusual reactions occur while using this product, you should contact a medical professional immediately.There could be difficulties with Laryngoscopy when collars are used and the device may have to be removed.NOTE: Contact manufacturer and the competent authority in case of a serious incident arising due to usage of this device.APPLICATION INFORMATION:

  1. MEASURE HEIGHT: With the patient in NEUTRAL ALIGNMENT, measure the vertical distance from the tip of the chin to the top of the shoulder. The measurement corresponds to the HEIGHT of the collar. If the patient’s measurement falls between two consecutive heights, tryfitting the shorter height first.NOTE: Cervical region (head, neck, and back) of the patient must be in neutral alignment before a measurement is taken. (Fig.1)
  2. LOCK HEIGHT: Determine the correct height for the patient and adjust collar height to the proper position. Press the locking mechanism into the collar to secure the collar.NOTE: The two locks on either side of the collar must be set at the same heights. Verify collar is in the locked position by attempting to readjust. If movement occurs, repeat the procedure until the collar is insecure.
  3. TO ADJUST HEIGHT: Release locks by pushing each lock from the inside of the collar until it is in an unsecured position.Determine the proper height for the patient and press the lock back into the collar until secured. (Fig.3)
  4. After adjusting to the proper height, apply the collar to the patient’s neck. The chin should be secured by the molded chin support. If the patient is in a supine position, slide theBACK part of the collar behind the patient’s neck until the hook-and-loop strap is visible. (Fig.4)
  5. Bring the hook-and-loop strap around the back of the patient’s neck and secure it to the hook-and-loop fastener.Before attaching the hook-and-loop strap, make certain the patient’s head and collar are in proper alignment. Tighten the collar if the chin is not sufficiently supported. Select shorter height if additional tightening results in patient extension. (Fig.5)
  6. To remove the collar, make sure the patient’s head is in a neutral position and unfasten the hook-and-loop strap. Slowly slide the collar from behind the neck and remove it. (Fig.2)

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS: Hand washes with mild soap in lukewarm water. Rinse thoroughly. AIR DRY.MATERIAL CONTENTS:RIGID SHELL: Polyethylene.SOFTGOODS: Polyurethane, Woven Nylon.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.Rx ONLY.NOT MADE WITH NATURAL RUBBER LATEX.

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 BEPREVENTED THROUGH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.

MDSS GmbHSchiffgraben 4130175 Hannover,Germany©2021 DJO, LLC

DJO, LLC1430 Decision StreetVista, CA 92081-8553• USA13-6212 REV F – 2021-01-4

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