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Don't
remove your brace unless your healthcare professional has instructed
you to do so. |
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Keep
your brace and the underneath padding dry. |
| • |
Tighten
the brace to maintain comfortable snuggness, as instructed by your
healthcare professional. (As swelling subsides, some braces may need
to be tightened.) |
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If
you are allowed to remove your brace, clean the brace and any padding
by hand with mild soap and water. Allow to air dry. |
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Change
and launder any socks that may be included with your brace. |
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| WARNING! |
| If
you notice any of the following problems, call your doctor or healthcare
professional immediately |
| • |
The
brace is loose, cracked or broken. |
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The
brace rubs, presses or pinches, causing irritation. |
| • |
The
brace is uncomfortably tight. |
| • |
Excessive
swelling develops above or below the brace. |
| • |
Fingers
or toes below the brace are numb and difficult to use. |
| • |
Fingers
or toes are discolored. |
| • |
Moderate
discomfort changes to severe or constant pain. |
| • |
Offensive
odor develops from sores under braces. |
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| Remember
to follow all of your healthcare professional’s instructions.
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and is not intended as a substitute for medical consultation. Please
direct all inquiries to your medical professional. |
