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2. Impaired sensation and circulatory disorders of the forearm
and the hand.
3. Impaired lymph drainage – including soft tissue swelling of
uncertain origin located remotely from the fi tted aid.
4. Bottleneck syndromes (irritation due to compression of
nerves in the arm).
Fitting EpiPoint®
1. Adjust the pad for the left or right forearm: grasp the narrow
end of the attached pad, and carefully pull back the Velcro® disk
turning the pad to reveal an L (if wearing the product on the
left) or a R (if wearing the product on the right). Subsequently
af fi x the pad by pressing the Velcro® disk in place. If the bolt
loosens during the positioning of the pad please readjust it
through pressure applied from top and bottom.
2. Adjust the Velcro® fastening for the largest circumference
and secure. Slip the armband onto the affected forearm so
that the rigid portion of the armband always faces outwards.
3. Position the pad approx. 4 -6 cm below the elbow.
4. To secure the armband in place, lay forearm on a solid support
(e.g. table) and tighten the Velcro® fastening, ensuring that
the armband is not too tight! An excessively tight fi t is in-
dicated by a red warning section on the fastener tab which
indicates that the brace should be adjusted by loosening the
strap.
Important Information
• EpiPoint® is a prescribed product that should be applied under
a physician’s guidance. EpiPoint® should only be applied in
accordance with the instructions contained in these instructions
for use and for the listed areas of application.
• The product is intended to be fi tted only once and to one
patient.
• No liability is accepted for improper use of the product.
• Changes must not be made to the product. Non-compliance
can reduce the performance of the product and thus no
liability will be accepted.
• Patients with known contact allergies or who are sensitive to
pressure should wear cotton gauze under the EpiPoint®.
• Should you notice any unusual changes (e.g. increased
symptoms), please contact your medical provider without delay.
• A combination with other products must be discussed before-
hand with your medical provider.
• Avoid the use of ointments, lotions or any substances including
grease or acids with this product.
• Guarantee subject to statutory regulations.
• The product can be disposed of without any restrictions.
Product care and washing instructions
EpiPoint® can be washed separately by hand at 30 °C using a
mild detergent. To avoid damage and to preserve their long-term
adhesive strength, we recommend closing the Velcro® fastenings
before washing. Do not dry in direct heat (e.g. heater, sunlight,
etc.).
This product has been examined by our own quality control
system. However, should you have any complaints, please contact
your retailer or our customer service department.
Version: July 2009
handwash do not
bleach
do not
tumble dry
do not
iron
do not
dry-clean
SANOMED