Otto Bock Genu Carezza 8360 Instructions For Use Manual page 8

• After lateral release operations
The indication must be determined by the physician.
2.3 Contraindications
2.3.1 Absolute Contraindications
None known.
2.3.2 Relative Contraindications
The following indications require consultation with a physician: skin dis­
eases/injuries, inflammation, prominent scars that are swollen, reddening
and hyperthermia of the fitted limb/body area; lymphatic flow disorders,
including unclear soft tissue swelling distant to the body area to which the
medical device will be applied; sensory and circulatory disorders in the leg
area.
2.4 Mechanism of Action
The support stabilizes the kneecap laterally and relieves pain.
3 Safety
3.1 Explanation of warning symbols
Warning regarding possible risks of accident or injury.
CAUTION
Warning regarding possible technical damage.
NOTICE
3.2 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.
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