5055 Acro Comfort; Instructions For Use; Contraindications - Ottobock 5055 Acro ComforT Gebrauchsanweisung

1 Foreword
INFORMATION
Last update: 2015-09-08
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These instructions for use provide important information on applying the
5055 Acro ComforT shoulder support.
2 Application
2.1 Indications for use
The support is intended exclusively for treating the upper limbs and
exclusively for contact with intact skin.
The support must be used according to the indication.
2.2 Indications
• Irritation in the shoulder region
• Degeneration of the rotator cuff
• Tendomyopathy in the shoulder region
• Shoulder instability
Indications must be determined by the physician.

2.3 Contraindications

2.3.1 Absolute Contraindications
Not 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 support; sensory and circulatory disorders in the area
of the forearm and hand, e.g. associated with diabetic neuropathy.
2.4 Effects
The support stabilises the shoulder joint, supports shoulder guidance and
relieves pain.
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