1 Foreword
INFORMATION
Last update: 2017-06-06
► Please read this document carefully before using the product.
► Follow the safety instructions to avoid injuries and damage to the prod
uct.
► Instruct the user in the proper and safe use of the product.
► Please keep this document in a safe place.
These instructions for use provide important information on the fitting and
application of the 4067 Wrist Support Child (black) and the 4068 Wrist Sup
port Child.
2 Intended use
2.1 Indications for use
The support is intended exclusively for treating the upper limbs and exclu
sively for contact with intact skin.
The support must be used according to the indication.
2.2 Indications
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Irritation of the carpometacarpal and the metacarpophalangeal joint
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Sprains
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Subluxation/dislocation
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Tendovaginitis in the hand
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Juvenile chronic polyarthritis
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, swollen scars, reddening and
hyperthermia in the relevant area; pronounced varicose veins, especially with
impaired blood return, lymph drainage disorders and unclear soft tissue
swelling distal to the product; sensory and circulatory disorders in the area
of the forearm and hand, e.g. associated with diabetic neuropathy.
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