Otto Bock Agilium Reactive 50K324-US Instructions For Use Manual page 5

3.3.2 Relative Contraindications
The following indications require consultation with a physician: skin dis­
eases/injuries; inflammation; prominent, swollen scars; reddening and
hyperthermia of the treated limb; pronounced varicose veins, especially with
impaired return flow; lymphatic flow disorders, including unclear soft tissue
swelling distal to the body area where the device will be applied; sensory
and circulatory disorders in the legs, e. g. associated with diabetic neuropa­
thy.
• Planar osteoarthritis
3.4 Mechanism of Action
The brace relieves the medial or lateral compartment of the knee joint using
the three-point principle. In the process, corrective force is applied to the
contralateral condyle.
4 Safety
4.1 Explanation of warning symbols
Warning regarding possible risks of accident or injury.
CAUTION
Warning regarding possible technical damage.
NOTICE
4.2 General safety instructions
CAUTION
Contact with heat, embers or fire
Risk of injury (such as burns) and risk of product damage.
► Keep the product away from open flames, embers and other sources of
heat.
CAUTION
Reuse on other persons and improper cleaning
Skin irritation, formation of eczema or infections due to contamination with
germs
► The product may be used by one person only.
► Clean the product regularly.
CAUTION
Breakage of the brace frame or joint due to improper shaping
Injuries caused by sharp edges, loss of function
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