DJO OA Lite Knee Brace

Intended User Profile

The intended user should be a licensed medical professional, the patient or the patient’s caregiver. The user should be able to read, understand and be physically capable of performing the directions, warnings and cautions in the information for use.

Intended Use/Indications

The DonJoy OA Lite is designed to provide support to the knee. It may be suitable for those suffering from mild uni-compartmental (one compartment) knee osteoarthritis. Soft-good/ semi-rigid designed to restrict motion through elastic or semi-rigid construction.

Contraindications

Do not use if you are allergic to any of the materials contained within this product.

Warnings and Precautions

• This device is to be prescribed and fitted by a qualified healthcare professional.
• The frequency, duration of use and directions for use should be determined by your prescribing healthcare professional.
• Do not use over open wounds.
• Do not use the device if it is damaged and/or the packaging has been opened.
• Contact manufacturer and competent authority in case of a serious incident arising due to usage of this device.

Application Information

Note: The hinge bar should be located on the non-painful side of the knee.

1. Unfasten and loosen the straps at the calf and thigh. Unfasten the thigh portion of the OA Lite by gripping the outer thigh piece and pulling the hook and loop apart on the front of the leg (See Figure 1).
2. Grasp the pull loops on the inside, top of the brace and pull the OA Lite onto the leg ensuring that the open end of the thigh wrap is to the front of the thigh. Pull the OA Lite far enough up the leg so that the bottom of the circle cut-out aligns with the bottom of the patella (knee cap) (See Figure 2).
3. Reattach the thigh portion by grasping the loop of the under flap with one hand and the gripping surface of the outer flap with the other hand. The OA Lite should fit snugly around the knee cap providing comfortable support without constriction or discomfort (See Figure 3).
4. Fasten the calf strap, then the thigh strap to secure the brace comfortably around your knee (See Figure 4).

Optional Strapping Information

For additional full-circumferential strapping at the thigh and/or calf, please follow the application instructions listed below. Both straps are fully adjustable for optimal comfort.

1. Attach the longer of the two included straps to the thigh portion d-ring so that it loops through and attaches back to itself (See Figure 5). Note: Only one end can attach back to the strap; the fuzzy loop material will be facing outward. This strap will wrap around the back of the thigh and attach to the loop material on the upper thigh strap already fixed to the OA Lite. If the strap is too long, readjust the length at the end of the attachment to the d-ring.
2. Repeat step one with the shorter of the two included straps for the calf section.

Removal of Hinge Bars (For Washing)

1. Unfasten the thigh portion of the OA Lite and roll back the material at the top to expose the hinge casing and unfasten the hinge cover.
2. On the outside of the OA Lite at the center of the hinge, lift the Velcro tab away from the brace and slip a finger under the hinge to release the hook and loop.
3. With the finger still under the hinge, pull on the protruding hinge bar at the thigh portion to remove the bar from the OA Lite (See Figure 6).

Cleaning Instructions

Hand wash in cold water (86 °F/30 °C) using mild soap and rinse thoroughly. AIR DRY. Hinges should be removed for washing.

Note: If not rinsed thoroughly, residual soap may cause skin irritation and deterioration of the material.

Used Materials

Polyester, Nylon, Spandex Lycra, Elastic, Aluminum, Steel

Warranty

DJO, LLC will repair or replace all or part of the unit and its accessories for material or workmanship defects for a period of six months from the date of sale.

Regulatory Information

For single patient use only.

RX ONLY (Prescription Required)

NOT MADE WITH NATURAL RUBBER LATEX.

Manufacturer Information

DJO, LLC
1430 Decision Street
Vista, CA 92081-8553 USA

MDSS GmbH
Schiffgraben 41
30175 Hannover, Germany

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