DJO VenaPro DVT Leg Compression System User Guide
BEFORE USING THE DEVICE, PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY. CORRECT APPLICATION IS VITAL TO THE PROPER FUNCTIONING OF THE DEVICE.
What is DVT?
When blood forms a blockage or a clot inside your veins, it is called Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). DVT usually forms in the lower leg or thigh. A DVT could break off from the wall of the vein, travel up in the body and get stuck in the lungs. This type of clot, called a Pulmonary Embolism (PE), can be fatal. With so many clot-related deaths every year, it is important to learn how to prevent DVT so that every preventative measure possible is taken.
Why Use VenaPro® ?Thromboembolic risk can extend to 30 plus days post-discharge.
APPLICATION:
- CALF CUFF APPLICATIONWrap the cuff around the calf and secure the hook and loop tabs to hold it in place. Make sure the wrap is snug, but not too tight.
- CUFF PLACEMENTWhen both wraps are secured on your legs they should look like the picture above.
- TURNING THE DEVICE ONWhen the wraps are secured on your legs PRESS and HOLD the WHITE power button for about a second until the light is illuminated on each unit.
- USING THE DEVICEDon’t be startled. The device will make a “humming” sound when inflating and squeezing your leg. THIS IS NORMAL. The wraps will inflate once a minute. IF you FEEL air releasing around the legs, this is normal.This is a function of the device to keep your legs cool.
POWER INDICATORS:
- If the power button illuminates GREEN the units are fully operational.
- If the devices DO NOT turn ON, or thepower button is “YELLOW” or “FLASHING YELLOW”,plug in the power cord immediately to the electrical outlet.
- IF both units are plugged in, AND turned ON the power button will be GREEN and the batteries WILL charge at the same time.
- When the unit is turned OFF and plugged in the battery is charging the POWER BUTTON FLASHES RED.
- Once the battery reaches full charge the POWER BUTTON WILL BE RED and REMAIN SOLID
CHARGING YOUR VENAPRO®:If you wear and operate the VenaPro® unit while chargingexpect it to take approximately 4 hours to fully charge (from a completely depleted battery.) If the unit is not inuse during charging, a complete charge (from acompletely depleted battery) will take approximately 3 hours.PLEASE NOTE: Units are not shipped fully charged. Fully charge unit before use.
ALARMS:
What to do if the Pump AlarmsDon’t worry, the alarms are there to ensure the units areoperating correctly.
BATTERY CRITICALIf battery voltage drops below a critical level, cycling stops, audible alarm will sound, and UNIT WILL FLASH YELLOW. The Alarm will continue for 30 seconds (unless the unit is powered off) and automatically turn the unit OFF.
LOW PRESSURE OR LEAKIf the ALARM sounds and the BLUE LED is flashing, the pressure is too LOW. Make sure wrap is attached snugly to the leg. Turn the Unit OFF and then back ON to reset the alarm. If the unit continues to ALARM after this step, DO NOT try to fix the device.
CLEANING & DISINFECTING:
- NOTE: Inspect the unit and clean and disinfect prior to each use.
- WARNING: Unit must be turned off and disconnected to the wall prior to cleaning and disinfecting.
- DO NOT IMMERSE UNIT IN ANY LIQUID FOR ANY REASON.
- Clean the outer surface of the unit with a soft cloth moistened with soapy water or 70% isopropyl alcohol. Do not use abrasive or volatile cleaners.
- Do not place cuffs in dryer.
- NEVER remove the unit from the cuff Hand wash the exterior of the cuff with a soft cloth moistened with soapy water or 70% isopropyl alcohol and let air dry.
- To ensure that the unit is completely dry prior to use let the unit in the OFF condition and disconnected from the wall outlet for thirty (30) minutes after cleaning or disinfecting.
PURPOSE OF THIS DEVICE:
The purpose of the VenaPro® is to aid in the prevention of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) by aiding in the stimulation of blood flow in the legs. This is accomplished by an electronically controlled pump delivering a set amount of air to the leg cuffs that , in turn, compress the calf or calves to aid in blood flow out of the extremities. The pumpwill inflate each leg cuff to a preset measure of 50mmhg and deflate once the pressure is reached. The cycles are repeated on each unit until the power is turned off. Internal rechargeable batteries allow the VenaPro® to be completely portable, thus helping to prevent interruption in treatment.
INDICATIONS:
The VenaPro® is intended to be an easy to use portable system prescribed by a physician, for use in the home or clinical setting to aid in the prevention of DVT in patients by stimulating blood flow in the extremities (simulating muscle contractions).
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
The VenaPro® device must not be used to treat the following conditions:
- Persons with suspected, active or untreated deep vein thrombosis, ischemic vascular disease, severe arteriosclerosis, pulmonary edema,
- severe congestive heart failure, thromboplebitis, or an active infection.
On the legs where the cuffs would interfere with the following conditions:
- Vein ligation, gangrene, dermatitis, open wounds, a recent skin graft, massive edema or extreme deformity of the leg.
- On any neuropathy.
- On extremities that are insensitive to pain.
- Where increased venous or lymphatic return is undesirable.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS:
- Medical Electrical Equipment needs special precautions regarding EMC. Portable and mobile RFcommunications may be affected by other Medical Electrical Devices.
- Cuffs used in combination with warming devices may cause skin irritation. Check regularly for patient discomfort, compliance and skin irritation.
- To aid in the prevention of extremity compartment syndrome, special attention should be given to patients who are positioned in the supine lthotomy position for extended lengths of time. This includes patients with or without cuffs.
- Do not open or remove covers. No user serviceable parts inside. Direct all unit issues to Customer Care. If pulsations or throbbing occur, the cuff may be wrapped too tightly. Loosen immediately.
- STOP using the device if swelling occurs; consult physician.
- Device is to be used only by the patient prescribed and only for its intended use.
- Unit should not be used in the presence of any flammable anesthetic mixture with air, oxygen or nitrous oxide.
- DO NOT IMMERSE in any liquid for any reason.
- DO NOT OPERATE device in a wet environment.
- Allow cuffs to warm to room temperature if exposed to temperatures below 5̊C or (41̊ F).
- Do not subject the pump to extreme shocks, such as dropping the pump.
- Contains no serviceable parts. Contact Customer Care for assistance 877.475.7050.
- Do not place any items in an autoclave.
- Operation of this device can be done by the patient.
- No service is to be attempted when the device is in use.
- This device is NOT to be altered or modified.
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 sixty days from the date of sale.
FOR SINGLE PATIENT USE ONLY.NOT MADE WITH NATURAL RUBBER LATEX.
Individual results may vary. Neither DJO, LLC nor any of its subsidiaries dispense medical advice. The contents of this document do not constitute medical, legal, or any other type of professional advice. Rather, please consult your healthcare professional for information on the courses of treatment, if any, which may be appropriate for you.
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