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Figure 8.4.g.

Figure 8.4.h.

Figure 8.4.i.

Figure 8.3.h.

9.  Locate your vest garment and slide it on as you would a jacket.  
 

Align both sides of the front zipper at the bottom of the vest  

 

garment, and zip up the front of the garment to the collar opening  

 (Figure 8.4. g.). Sit in a soft-backed chair or recline at an angle up  
 

to 45 degrees.

Removing Your Arm-Shoulder Garment
10.  To remove your garments at the end of the treatment session,  
 

remove the vest garment first and then the head garment  

 (Figure 8.4.h.).

11.  Remove the vest garment by unzipping the vest and sliding your  
 

arms from the arm holes. To remove the head garment, start  

 

by unfastening the chin strap and nose piece, attaching the nose  

 

piece to the side of the garment so that it does not get lost.  

 

Slide the garment off the top of the head, leaving the forehead  

 

strap fastened for the next use (Figure 8.4.i.).

NOTE:

 Properly applied garments will follow the contours of your body 

and fit snugly yet comfortably. To ensure they fit well, you may need to 
readjust the garment when you sit and recline.

You are now ready to begin your treatment session. See Chapter 9 
for further instructions.

NOTE:

 If your treatment requires trunk garment, see 

Chapter 5,  

Section 5.1.

Summary of Contents for Flexitouch Plus

Page 1: ...Flexitouch Plus User Guide Model PD32 G3...

Page 2: ...ment Application 45 6 1 Applying Your Flexitouch Plus with ComfortEase Full Leg Garment 46 6 2 Applying Your Flexitouch Plus Full Leg Garment 50 Table of Contents 6 3 Applying Your Flexitouch Plus Hal...

Page 3: ...f Symbols IMPORTANT Read Instructions Before Using Before attempting to connect or operate this product please read the entire User Guide Keep this User Guide available for future reference CAUTION MA...

Page 4: ...troller unit has been dropped into water Return it to Tactile Medical for inspection and or replacement Do not modify the cord or plug Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces Never operate the c...

Page 5: ...ic stroke or amaurosis fugax monocular visual ischemic symptoms or blindness Symptomatic bradycardia in the absence of a pacemaker Internal jugular venous thrombosis within 3 months Increased intracra...

Page 6: ...e the tubing attaches to the garment for Flexitouch Plus garments and where indicated in Figure 1 5 a for Flexitouch Plus with ComfortEase garments The label indicates the type of garment you have Fle...

Page 7: ...touch Plus device to Kylee via Bluetooth NOTE The serial number is located on the rear of your controller unit in the lower right hand corner of the label as shown in the example below It can be scann...

Page 8: ...to treat the leg s and core Depending on your clinical needs you may be prescribed a leg garment or leg garments or both a leg garment or leg garments and a trunk garment The upper extremity garment...

Page 9: ...Programs H2 Head Only Head and Neck 13 1 3 H3 Chest Outward Chest 12 1 3 FLEXITOUCH PLUS with ComfortEase Table 2 Treatment Programs andTreatmentTimes for Flexitouch Plus with ComfortEase Garments Pr...

Page 10: ...ental proximal clearing of lymphatic fluid in the 1 trunk 2 thigh calf and 3 foot regions followed by a traditional 4 half leg and trunk treatment Figure 2 3 b Treatment time 52 minutes 3 5 4 2 1 4 2...

Page 11: ...Only Upward This option delivers treatment to the trunk region when clinically appropriate It provides incremental proximal clearing of lymphatic fluid in the 1 trunk region Figure 2 3 d Treatment tim...

Page 12: ...time 50 minutes 2 4 Treating the Upper Extremity Primary Treatment Program U1 CU1 Full Arm and Core This option delivers treatment to the arm chest and trunk regions when clinically appropriate It pro...

Page 13: ...est regions when clinically appropriate It provides incremental proximal clearing of lymphatic fluid in the 1 trunk and 2 chest followed by a traditional 3 shoulder chest and trunk treatment Figure 2...

Page 14: ...eatment option provides the ability to deliver treatment to the head neck and chest when clinically appropriate Incremental proximal clearing of lymphatic fluid in the 1 chest neck and 2 head is follo...

Page 15: ...ller Unit Follow the steps outlined below 1 Find an appropriate location for the controller unit Place the controller unit on a sturdy flat surface near an electrical outlet Position the device so you...

Page 16: ...and side of the controller unit Your treatment session will begin and the time remaining will be displayed Figure 3 1 a Power Adapter A plug adapter may be necessary for use outside the U S 2800_Contr...

Page 17: ...y settings you are ready to connect the hoses to the controller unit CHAPTER 4 Connecting Your Hoses to the Controller Unit The next step is connecting your hoses to the controller unit The hose latch...

Page 18: ...Controller Unit Once attached move paddles to locked position Figure 4 1 a Bilateral Port Adapter Ensure paddles are perpendicular to the adapter before attaching the bilateral port adapter to the co...

Page 19: ...may not hear a click sound Figure 4 2 d Corresponding Hose Connector with Controller Unit Connector Figure 4 2 e Properly Connecting the Latches 4 Repeat these steps for all connectors required for yo...

Page 20: ...mity Treatment 4 3 Connecting Your Flexitouch Plus Hoses to the Controller Unit Ridged Style The Flexitouch Plus has ridges on the connectors Figure 4 3 a TOP Figure 4 3 b Hose Connector BOTTOM Ridges...

Page 21: ...ridges on the latch 4 Figure 4 3 e Properly Connecting the Latches 5 NOTES Holding the back of the controller unit may help to stabilize the unit as you attach the latch connectors If you are having t...

Page 22: ...n clothing example scrubs stockinette for head and neck garments use a face mask or balaclava If skin irritation develops consult with your healthcare provider It is recommended that you wear an under...

Page 23: ...ront of the trunk garment and sliding it off like you would a pair of shorts There is no need to undo the pocket closure or the thigh tabs Figure 5 1 c Figure 5 1 d Figure 5 1 e FLEXITOUCH PLUS with C...

Page 24: ...ist 2 in Figure 5 2 c For best results bring your trunk garment up as high as is comfortable at least as high as your belly button 3 Secure your trunk garment using the pocket closure 3 in Figure 5 2...

Page 25: ...arment Application Complete the following steps prior to starting treatment 1 Make sure you are using the recommended garments and accessories 2 Choose a treatment time with limited interruptions to a...

Page 26: ...r opposite foot in the heel garment on the leg strap Alternatively you can step firmly down on the heel strap with your opposite foot or grab the heel strap with a reacher Figure 6 1 g NOTE For easier...

Page 27: ...leg garment you can hook your opposite foot in the heel strap on your leg garment Alternatively you can step firmly down on the heel strap with your opposite foot or grab the heel strap with a reacher...

Page 28: ...ws under your calf and foot to elevate them just above your hips for optimal treatment 6 in Figures 6 2 c and 6 2 d Place the hoses alongside your body so they are easy to reach when attaching them to...

Page 29: ...nuing up your leg readjust the ankle section if necessary and continue wrapping your lower calf following its contours Secure the fabric with the hook fastener tabs 4 in Figure 6 3 a 5 Continue to con...

Page 30: ...y starting mid calf and move up and down your leg Make sure the fabric is smooth and there are no gaps around the toes ankle and knee Secure the fabric with the hook fastener tabs starting at the midp...

Page 31: ...Vest garment see Section 7 1 Flexitouch Plus with ComfortEase Arm garment see Section 7 2 Flexitouch Plus Arm Shoulder garment see Section 7 3 Refer to the label to determine which garment you have N...

Page 32: ...ortEase Preparing Your Vest Garment for the First Time 1 Unfold and place your vest garment on a bed or sofa so the zipper and adjustment tabs labeled 1 through 4 are facing upward and the hose is vis...

Page 33: ...both tabs forward toward the front of your vest garment zipper making sure not to overtighten the garment Figure 7 1 e When applied these tabs should overlay the black cinch straps NOTE In some cases...

Page 34: ...n either arm you may temporarily loosen the adjustment tabs labeled 2 on your chest Next reapply the adjustment tabs labeled 4 and then reapply the adjustment tabs labeled 2 Figure 7 1 i NOTE If the a...

Page 35: ...or use the adjustment tabs labeled 1 through 4 You are now ready to begin your treatment session See Chapter 9 for further instructions Removing Your Vest Garment 9 To remove your vest garment unzip t...

Page 36: ...strap labeled A located on each shoulder of your vest garment FLEXITOUCH PLUS with ComfortEase 2 Your arm garment should arrive in a formed loose cylinder Ensure all adjustment tabs are folded onto th...

Page 37: ...llow your hand to become more easily accessible NOTE If you are unable to thread the adjustment strap labeled A through the D Ring you may use the alternative approach to preparing your arm garment Se...

Page 38: ...ze the fitting of your arm garment unhook the adjustment tab labeled 5 and pull inward toward your body until you feel a snug but not tight fit Attach adjustment tab 5 to your arm garment Once attache...

Page 39: ...gth and orientation 4 Next locate the adjustment tabs labeled D C and B Unfold these tabs and attach them to your vest garment Figure 7 2 o NOTE You may need to flip over your combined vest and arm ga...

Page 40: ...attach it to snugly conform your arm garment around your biceps Smooth the inner layer of fabric if needed Figure 7 2 q NOTE To contour your arm garment ensure your shirt underneath your arm garment...

Page 41: ...farthest from your body to the inside of your arm garment while making sure it crosses over your hand To continue fitting your arm garment grab the hand loop with your hand and flatten your hand whil...

Page 42: ...the zipper lanyard to zip your vest garment closed Put your thumbs through the black handle loops at the bottom of your vest garment on each side of the zipper and push downward to adjust the position...

Page 43: ...t the front bottom of your vest garment Using your thumbs in the handle loops push downward while rolling your shoulders outward to remove your vest and arm garment like a jacket Figure 7 2 w NOTE You...

Page 44: ...arment up toward your shoulder 4 in Figure 7 3 a making sure your fingertips remain fully enclosed in the garment 5 Ensure the chest flap attached to the arm piece crosses the center line of your ches...

Page 45: ...e top of the shoulder Figure 7 3 e Make sure your fingertips remain fully enclosed at the end of the garment 10 Place your free hand in the pocket located at the end of the chest strap Wrap it around...

Page 46: ...garment see Chapter 5 Section 5 2 You are now ready to begin your treatment session See Chapter 9 for further instructions Removing Your Arm Shoulder Garment 12 To remove your garments at the end of t...

Page 47: ...d potentially pinching skin with zipper Lymph fluid is moved through the vessels in the skin It is important to avoid wearing anything during treatment that may hamper the lymph flow These items inclu...

Page 48: ...et and use the zipper lanyard to zip your vest garment closed Figure 8 1 c Put your thumbs through the black handle loops at the front bottom of your vest garment and push downward to adjust positioni...

Page 49: ...just the adjustment tabs labeled 3 at your collar Figure 7 1 g Figure 8 1 f 6 Locate the adjustment tabs labeled 4 on each arm Detach each adjustment tab one at a time and smooth the inner flap downwa...

Page 50: ...st garment on each side of the zipper and push downward to adjust positioning Figure 8 1 k When properly applied your vest garment will follow the contours of your body NOTE If your vest garment is to...

Page 51: ...e garment so the forehead strap runs across the crown of your head 3 Pull the forehead strap through the plastic loop Figure 8 2 b Tighten the garment by pulling on the forehead strap and secure it by...

Page 52: ...rap FLEXITOUCH PLUS with ComfortEase Figure 8 2 g Applying Your Head and Neck and Vest Garments for Daily Treatment 1 If you are not currently wearing your vest garment locate it and slide it on as yo...

Page 53: ...in Figure 8 2 j 5 Conform the nose piece across the bridge of your nose and attach the free hook fasteners to the side of your head garment to ensure good contact with the cheeks Adjust your garment s...

Page 54: ...garment Figure 8 2 m NOTE Attaching your nose piece to the side of your head and neck garment reduces the chances of losing it 3 Unfasten the chin straps Figure 8 2 n 4 Slide your head and neck garmen...

Page 55: ...of the waist to achieve a snug fit Figure 8 3 b To allow for easy garment removal do not pull the waist flaps across the zipper in the front of the garment 6 To tighten the vest garment around the wa...

Page 56: ...top This is the front of the head garment The nose piece is located with the garment The chin straps are located at the bottom by the chin Figure 8 4 a NOTE A mirror may be helpful for garment placeme...

Page 57: ...the front of your forehead Next contour the nose piece across the bridge of the nose and secure the hook fasteners to the side of the head garment When contouring the nose piece make sure the garment...

Page 58: ...ead garment Figure 8 4 h 11 Remove the vest garment by unzipping the vest and sliding your arms from the arm holes To remove the head garment start by unfastening the chin strap and nose piece attachi...

Page 59: ...hs during the treatment session 9 2 Pausing Your Treatment Session You may PAUSE TREATMENT for up to 15 minutes at any point during a treatment session by pressing the button see Figure 3 2 a on page...

Page 60: ...ents and accessories may be spot cleaned using a damp cloth and a mild detergent 6 Allow garments and accessories to dry thoroughly prior to using CAUTION Do not submerge Do not machine wash Do not di...

Page 61: ...filled with debris 1 Clean debris from the hook fasteners using a stiff brush such as a toothbrush or lint roller or patting it with tape 2 If you continue to experience issues with the hook fasteners...

Page 62: ...833 382 2845 7 a m to 7 p m CT Monday Friday Table 2 Troubleshooting Issue Recommended Solution The Controller unit reads The treatment failed with result R3 A6 This means a specific garment chamber...

Page 63: ...f shipment Tactile Medical s sole obligation in the event of a breach of this warranty is expressly limited to the replacement of defective parts Replacement parts may be new or refurbished parts as s...

Page 64: ...nical Information Model Number PD32 G3 Power Adapter Input 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Device Input Voltage 12 VDC Nominal Device Input Current 3 0 A Maximum Current 1 0 A Maximum Controller Unit Size 8 H x...

Page 65: ...Bm Operating Range 33ft 10m Emissions and Immunity Compliance No Test Standard Port Enclosure AC DC I O Emissions Class and Group Immunity Test Level 1 CISPR 11 Conducted Emissions 120 VAC 60 Hz 230 V...

Page 66: ...try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment in...

Page 67: ...eatment segments in different areas of the body during treatment Follow the steps outlined below to manually adjust the pressure s for the individual treatment segment s NOTE Please consult with your...

Page 68: ...5 Once you have adjusted the pressure for the desired treatment area s use the arrow button so the DONE WITH PRESSURE option is highlighted in blue Press the button to select 6 Use the arrow button so...

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