2.3 Contraindications
2.3.1 Absolute Contraindications
None known.
2.3.2 Relative Contraindications
The following conditions require consultation with a physician: skin diseases/injuries, inflamma
tion, raised scars with swelling, reddening, and warming in the area where the support is fitted,
tumors, lymphatic congestion – including unclear soft tissue swelling distal to the support, and
dysesthesia in the trunk.
2.4 Mechanism of Action
The brace promotes sensorimotor function and activates muscular stabilization of the lumbar
spine. It supports pain relief and relieves the lumbar spine by increasing intra-abdominal pressure
and by providing external stabilization.
The application of compression can be individually controlled with the patented "Mechanical
Advantage Pulley System".
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.
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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
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The product may be used by one person only.
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Clean the product regularly.
NOTICE
Improper use and changes
Change in or loss of functionality as well as damage to the product
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Use this product with care and only for its intended purpose.
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Do not make any improper changes to the product.
NOTICE
Contact with ointments, lotions, or other products that contain oils or acids
Insufficient stabilization due to loss of material functionality
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Do not expose the product to ointments, lotions, or other products that contain oils or acids.
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