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Many thanks for placing your trust in a medical device from BORT GmbH. Please
read the existing instructions for use carefully. If you have any questions, please
refer to your physician or the specialist retailer from whom you purchased this
medical device.
Intended purpose
This medical device is a tibialis anterior muscle brace consisting of elastic material
and rigid textile components. Stabilisation elements and correction straps support
the tibialis anterior muscle in case of partial paralysis.
Indications
Peroneal paralysis of any severity, especially for mild to medium paralysis of the
tibialis anterior muscle and the flexor hallucis longus (degree of severity 2 – 4).
Contraindications
Thrombosis risk, extreme varicosis, peripheral arterial occlusive disease (PAOD),
lymph drainage disorders, also unclear soft tissue swellings distal to the aid
positioned, sensory and circulatory disorders of the region of the body treated, skin
diseases in the part of the body treated, latex allergy.
Application risks/Important notes
This medical device is a prescribable product. Discuss the use and duration with
your treating physician. The expert sta from whom you have received the medical
device will select the appropriate size and instruct you regarding its use.
– remove the medical device prior to radiological examinations
– if wearing at night is prescribed, avoid negative influence on the circulatory system
– in case of numbness, loosen the medical device and remove it if necessary
– in case of persistent complaints, consult the physician or specialist retailer
– use the medical device in accordance with therapeutic needs
– only use other products simultaneously after consultation with your physician
– do not make any changes to the product
– do not wear it on open wounds
– do not use in case of intolerance of one of the materials used
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