Top shelf Orthopedics Economy Hinge Knee User manual

P/N: 025155 Rev. A
Economy Hinge Knee Brace
Instructions For Use
Please read these instructions completely
and carefully before applying this brace.
Correct application of the brace is
important for proper function.
Tracy, CA 95304
Phone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]

ECONOMY HINGE KNEE BRACE
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
• Hand wash in cold water using mild soap, rinse thoroughly. AIR DRY ONLY.
Hinges may be removed for washing. Note: If not rinsed thoroughly,
residual soap may cause skin irritation and deterioration of the material.
• The brace may be used in fresh or salt water. Following use in water
activities, drain thoroughly and rinse with clean, fresh water. AIR DRY ONLY.
WARNING: NEOPRENE SUPPORTS SHOULD NOT BE WORN BY INDIVIDUALS
WITH KNOWN SUSCEPTIBILITY TO DERMATITIS OR ALLERGIES TO NEOPRENE
BY-PRODUCTS. IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY PAIN OR SWELLING, SENSATION
CHANGES, OR ANY UNUSUAL REACTIONS WHILE USING THIS PRODUCT,
CONSULT YOUR MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL IMMEDIATELY.
WARRANTY
Top Shelf guarantees this product to be free of defects in material and construction
for a period of six months from date of purchase.
USE AND CARE
Before applying the brace, please read these instructions completely and carefully.
Correct application is important to the proper functioning of the brace.
The pull on brace is applied by
pulling the brace on with the patella
(knee cap) cut out centered over the
knee. After the brace is on the leg,
tighten the straps firmly.
The wrap-around brace is applied
with the closures in the front of the
leg, and the patella (knee cap) cut
out centered over the front of the
knee. After the brace is on the leg,
tighten the straps firmly.
Patella Buttress Adjustment
1. To remove the buttress reach
inside the brace and gently pull
away the buttress from the inside
of the brace.
2. If the buttress is required it may
be positioned based on the patient’s
needs. Slide the buttress with hook
forward to allow it to engage on the
loop,which is on the inside of the
brace around the patella opening.
The brace may be worn with or without the patella buttress.
(loosen all straps prior to application)
Pull On Wrap-Around