DJO Procare Surround Ankle w/Gel Brace Instructions

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 use should be a licensed medical professional, the patient, the patient’s caretaker, or a family member providing assistance. The user should be able to read, understand and be physically capable to perform all the directions, warnings, and cautions provided in the information for use.

INTENDED USE/INDICATIONS:The Procare Surround Ankle w/Gel Brace is designed to support the ankle. It may be suitable for use following light to moderate ankle sprains and help with Chronic Ankle Instabilities (CAI). Soft-good/semi-rigid designed to restrict motion through elastic or semi-rigid construction.

CONTRAINDICATIONS: N/A

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Open ankle stirrup so gel and closed-cell foam are facing upward. (Figure 1)
Position the heel evenly on the center pad. Wrap lower hook and loop closure strap around the ankle for alignment. Center side shells along ankle and leg. Wrap the upper strap and adjust if necessary. (Figure 2)
Apply pressure to the sides of the therapeutic gel bag to allow an even flow of pressure within the plastic shell. Tighten lower and upper straps for a secure fit and patient comfort. (Figure 3) Straps may be trimmed if necessary.
Adjust vertical side straps, placing both hands on straps, pulling upward until the desired fit. (Figure 4) Secure vertical side straps with hook and loop closure.

COLD THERAPY

Remove therapeutic gel bag from the ankle support system and place in freezer for 2 hours
Place gel bag in ankle support and follow fitting instructions.

NOTE: absorbent sock should be worn before ankle support is fitted

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS:

The outer shell and gel bag may be hand washed with warm water and milddetergent. AIR DRY.
Freeze only the therapeutic bag. DO NOT place the entire system in the freezer.

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS:

If pain, swelling, changes in sensation, or other unusual reactions occur
while using this product, you should contact your doctor immediately.
Do not use over open wounds.
Do not use this device if it was damaged and/or the package has been opened.
If you develop an allergic reaction and/or experience itchy, red skin after coming into contact with any part of this device, please stop using it and contact your healthcare professional immediately.

NOTE: Contact manufacturer and the competent authority in case of a serious incident arising due to usage of this device.

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.

FOR SINGLE PATIENT USE ONLY.NOT MADE WITH NATURAL RUBBER LATEX.

NOTICE: WHILE EVERY EFFORT HAS BEEN MADE IN STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNIQUES TO OBTAIN THEMAXIMUM COMPATIBILITY OF FUNCTION, STRENGTH, DURABILITY, AND COMFORT, THERE IS NOGUARANTEE THAT INJURY WILL BE PREVENTED THROUGH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.