Genuimmo® 0°

Properties/Mode of action:

Knee joint stabilisation via the rigid stays

Total immobilisation at 0°.

Adjustable closure and support via self-fastening straps.

Precautions:

Verify the product’s integrity before every use.

Do not use the device if it is damaged.

Choose the appropriate size to fit the patient, referring to the size chart.

It is recommended that a healthcare professional supervises the first application.

Strictly comply with your healthcare professional’s prescription and recommendations for use.

This product is intended for the treatment of a given condition. Its duration of use is limited to this treatment only.

It is recommended that the venous thromboembolic risk be assessed before any immobilisation is indicated. Follow the advice of a healthcare professional.

For hygiene and performance reasons, do not re-use the product for another patient.

It is recommended to adequately tighten the device to achieve support/immobilisation without restricting blood circulation.

In the event of discomfort, significant hindrance, pain, variation in limb volume, abnormal sensations or change in colour of the extremities, remove the device and consult a healthcare professional.

In the event of any modification in the product's performance, remove it and consult a healthcare professional.

Prolonged immobilisation can sometimes cause muscle weakness.

Do not wear the product when driving a vehicle.

Contains natural latex.

Do not use the device in case of application of certain products on the skin (creams, ointments, oils, gels, patches...).

Undesirable side-effect:

This device can cause skin reactions (redness, itching, burns, blisters...) or wounds of various degrees of severity.

Any serious incident occurring related to the device should be reported to the manufacturersand to the competent authority of the Member State in which the user and/or patient is resident.