medi CIRCAID GRADUATE User manual

G-B-DFU-112612-01
CircAid Medical Products, Inc.
9323 Chesapeake Drive, Suite B2
San Diego, CA 92123 U.S.A.
01-858-576-3550
MDSS
Schigraben 41
30175 Hannover, Germany
EC REP
Components of graduate™: Nylon, Polyethylene Plastic, Cotton, Lycra®,
Polyester, Neoprene, Polyurethane Foam, Steel (D-Rings)
Components of Comfort Knee-HIgH soCKs™: Cotton, Lycra®
tHIs produCt does not ContaIn latex.
IndICatIons for use: Lymphedema, Venous Insuciency, Venous Stasis
Ulcers, Post Thrombotic Syndrome, Dependent Edema.
CautIons: Decreased or absent sensation in the leg, Sensitivity to product
components.
ContraIndICatIons: Severe Peripheral Arterial Disease, Septic Phlebitis,
Decompensated Congestive Heart Failure, Phlegmasia Cerula Dolens, Allergy
to compression materials, Moderate peripheral arterial disease, Infection in the
ankle and/or foot.
Custom garments require a prescription. This garment is not designed to be
cut or modied in anyway. Doing so will void the one year limited warranty.
CircAid Medical Products, Inc. assumes no liability for injury or damages
resulting from contraindicated use of its products. CircAid is a registered
trademark. Graduate and Comfort Knee-High Socks are trademarks of CircAid
Medical Products, Inc. Lycra is a registered trademark of INVISTA.
©2012 CircAid Medical Products, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
HAND WASH
DRIP DRY OR FLAT DRY
DO NOT BLEACH
DO NOT IRON
DO NOT DRY CLEAN
DO NOT WRING
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(1) Graduate™ Custom Boot
(1) Pair of Comfort Knee-High Socks™
(1) Graduate™ Non-Skid Foot Guard
(1) Graduate™ Rubber Sole (Tread)
If any of these items are missing, or replacement Graduate™ Non-Skid
Foot Guards and/or Rubber Soles are required, please contact Customer
Service at (800)-CIRCAID (247-2243) or by email at [e-mail].
Instructional videos are available online at www.circaid.com.
CUSTOM BOOT
THIS PACKAGE INCLUDES:
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
THIS PACKAGE MAY ALSO INCLUDE:

If further assistance is required, contact CircAid® Customer Service by
phone at (800) CIRCAID (247-2243) or by email at [e-mail].
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STEP 6
FINISHED
FINISHED
DONNING THE GRADUATE™ CUSTOM BOOT
STEP 1: Don enclosed sock liner.
STEP 2: Secure the foot straps at their
loosest position. Slide the foot into the
top opening like a slipper, and rmly
press the heel into the heel cup.
STEP 3: Ensure that the foot is properly
aligned within the garment; the front
edge of the Graduate™ Boot should align
with the base of the toes. Fasten the
hook tab on the foam padding to secure
foot placement.
STEP 4: Detach the strap nearest to the
toes, pull the strap up and across the
foot, and fasten to the Graduate™ Boot.
STEP 5: Detach the middle strap, pull the
strap up and across the foot in the
opposite direction as the rst strap, and
fasten it to the Boot.
STEP 6: Lift up the strap closest to the
ankle, pull the strap up and across the
foot in the same direction as the rst
strap, and fasten it to the Graduate™
Boot.
STEP 7: Readjust the bands as necessary
throughout the day to maintain a rm
and comfortable compression level.
REMOVAL
STEP 1: Disengage all hook tabs of the
Graduate™ Boot and loosen the straps.
STEP 2: Refasten the hook tabs at their
loosest position.
STEP 3: Slide the Graduate™ Boot o the
foot.
STEP 4: Slide the liner o the leg.
REMEMBER: The Graduate™ Custom Boot should
never hurt. It should feel rm but comfortable. If
pressure increases or decreases noticeably during
wear, loosen or tighten any bands accordingly.
IF EXPERIENCING ANY PAIN,
IMMEDIATELY REMOVE THE BOOT
AND CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE