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INTRODUCTION
UNPACKING YOUR MED AIRE EDGE
Shear strain occurs when tissue is deformed or damaged due to shear stress or force exerted parallel
to the plane of interest. The Med Aire Edge’s cover is constructed of a smooth, stretch, polyurethane
material with low shear and low friction properties to protect skin integrity.
3) Spinal Cord Injury
The Med Aire Edge system can be used for patient’s with spinal cord injury once the acute injury has
been stabilized and these patients have been assessed and cleared by the appropriate clinician.
Contraindications
Patient conditions for which the application of pressure relieving therapy on an alternation system is
contraindicated are as follows:
1) Cervical or skeletal traction
2) Unstable spinal cord injuries
1) Carefully remove all components from packaging.
2) Confirm that you have received the control unit intended.
3) Check all components for damages. Contact your medical provider if any components are damaged.
DO NOT use damaged components.
