Intended Use; Instructions For Use - Ottobock 50A7 Epi Sensa Instrucciones De Uso

1 Foreword
INFORMATION
Last update: 2018-04-09
► 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.
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These instructions for use provide important information on the fitting and
application of the 50A7 Epi Sensa elbow support.

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
• Epicondylitis humeri radialis (tennis elbow)
• Epicondylitis humeri ulnaris (golfer elbow)
• Tendomyopathies and other soft tissue disorders (e.g. chronic bursitis)
and injuries
• Joint effusion and periarticular swelling (e.g. in case of osteoarthritis and
arthritis)
• Postoperative and posttraumatic irritation
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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