Contraindications - Juzo Flex Genu Xtra Mode D'emploi

Purpose
JuzoFlex knee supports provide anatomical guidance
for the affected knee joint, thus relieving it during
movement. Medical compressive active supports have
a proprioceptive effect. They improve self-perception
and can compensate for muscle imbalances. They
reduce pain, support the removal of fluids from the
tissue, thanks to their rheological effect, and provide
relief during movement.
Here is how to put on your Juzo Knee Support
correctly:
1. Pull the knee support over your forefoot up to the
right place on your knee.
2. Then position the knee support so that the patella
(kneecap) is enclosed by the patella pad.
Put on your support while sitting down to prevent
injuries or falling. The support fits properly when it sur-
rounds the knee without applying too much (painful)
pressure. You can re-adjust the support by repeating
step 2 at any time. Caution: rough, unfiled finger nails
or sharp-edged rings etc. may damage the knitted
fabric. Toe nails and calluses can cause damage.
Please note:
Only wear your support when prescribed by your
physician. Medical aids should only be dispensed by
suitably trained staff of a medical products supplier.
The effectiveness of the support can only be guaran-
teed if it is applied correctly. Although your support
is largely resistant to oils, ointments, skin moisture
and other environmental influences, the fabric as
well as worked in pressure pads can be adversely
affected by certain combinations of these factors. We
therefore recommend that it gets examined regularly
by the medical products supplier. Should the product
become damaged, please consult your specialist
supplier. Do not repair the support yourself – this
could compromise its quality and medical efficacy.
For hygienic reasons, the support is not suitable for
treating more than one patient.
Washing and care instructions
Please note the care instructions on the textile label
sewn into your compression garment. Wash the
supports separately the first time (colour may run).
Your support should be washed every day on a gentle
or delicate wash cycle (30 °C). Tip: A mesh laundry
bag provides additional protection for the knitted
fabric. Please do not use fabric softener! When hand
washing, rinse well and do not wring. We recommend
the gentle Juzo Special Detergent. You can reduce
drying time by placing the supports on a thick towel
after washing, tightly rolling the towel up and firmly
pressing out excess moisture. Then hang the support
up loosely. Do not leave the product in the towel and
do not dry it on a radiator or in the sun. Juzo supports
are not suitable for dry cleaning. The support is not
suitable for tumble drying.
Material composition
Details are provided on the label sewn into your knee
support.
Storage information and shelf life
Store in a dry place and protect from sunlight.
Supports have a maximum useful life of 42 months.
The useful life of the medical product is printed on the
box with an hourglass symbol. The medical retailer or
doctor prescribing the support will advise on exactly
how long it can be used for. Body measurements may
change based on the patient's condition and individual
circumstances. We therefore recommend that medical
specialists check body measurements regularly.
Indications
Tendency towards patellar dislocation, post-traumatic
oedema, knee joint sprains and effusions, chronic,
post-traumatic or postoperative irritation of the soft
tissue in the area of the knee, meniscopathy, stretched
or weakened ligaments

Contraindications

If you have any of the following conditions, you should
only wear the support after consulting with your
doctor: Lymph drainage disorders and non-specific
soft tissue swelling outside the area of application,
sensory disturbances and impaired circulation in
parts of the body to be treated, skin conditions, skin
conditions, skin irritation and injuries in the area to
be treated; open wounds in the treatment area must
be covered with sterile material. Liability for failure to
comply with the contraindications cannot be accepted
by the Julius Zorn GmbH Group.
Side effects
There are no known side effects when used as
directed. However, if negative alterations (such as for
example skin irritations) should occur while the use
of our products has been prescribed, please go to
your physician of your specialist dealer immediately.
If an incompatibility should be known against one
or several ingredients of this product, please check
back with your physician before use. If your symptoms
worsen during the time you are wearing the product,
please take off the support and consult a medical
specialist immediately. The manufacturer is not liable
for damages / injuries which have been caused by
improper handling or misuse.
In the case of complaints related to this product, such
as damage to the knitted fabric or problems with
the fit, please contact the medical retailer directly.
Only serious incidents that may lead to a major
deterioration of the patient's medical condition or to
death should be reported to the manufacturer and
the relevant authority in the Member State. Serious
incidents are defined in Article 2 (65) Regulation (EU)
2017/745 (MDR).
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