bort medical Helix S Instructions For Use Manual page 8

BORT Helix S Spiraldynamik Lower Ankle Support
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Many thanks for placing your trust in a medical device from BORT GmbH. Please
read the existing instructions for use carefully. If you have any questions, please
refer to your physician or the specialist retailer from whom you purchased this
medical device.
Intended purpose
This medical device is a support for soft ankle tissue compression consisting
of elastic material with additional functional elements. They serve to treat the
stabilisation of the upper and lower ankle joint.
Indications
Chronic, post-traumatic or post-operative irritations of soft tissue in the area
of lower ankle joint and the sole of the foot, e.g. in case of arthrosis, ligament
weakness, foot problems due to static anomalies and defects in the shape of the
foot due to dysfunction of the lower ankle joint, e.g. skew pes planotransversus.
Contraindications
Thrombosis risk, extreme varicosis, peripheral arterial occlusive disease (PAOD),
lymph drainage disorders, also unclear soft tissue swellings distal to the aid
positioned, sensory and circulatory disorders of the region of the body treated, skin
diseases in the part of the body treated, latex allergy.
Application risks / Important notes
This medical device is a prescribable product. Discuss the use and duration with
your treating physician. The expert staff from whom you have received the medical
device will select the appropriate size and instruct you regarding its use.
– remove the medical device prior to radiological examinations
– remove it during longer periods of rest, e.g. when sleeping
– in case of numbness, loosen the medical device and remove it if necessary
– in case of persistent complaints, consult the physician or specialist retailer
– use the medical device in accordance with therapeutic needs
– only use other products simultaneously after consultation with your physician
– do not make any changes to the product
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