NOTE: DO NOT PULL
"Release Knob" until Unit is placed on Patient's
arm.
This WILL
damage the unit & VOID
the warranty.
Before using, make sure the units TENSION SETTING is set
at "0" and the unit is COMPRESSED to its "Locked"
position (see STEP 6). Place WRISTRAC on forearm PALM
side up as shown.
Make sure the units TENSION is set at "0" before
engaging. To engage the unit, PULL the "RELEASE KNOB"
Secure the unit to forearm by tightening the 2 (two) Velcrostraps.
Increase tension by turning the "TENSION SETTING
KNOB" to Level "1". Utilize WRISTRAC for
2(two) minutes before increasing the Tension Setting. Treatment
is not to exceed 10 minutes per session.
Tension settings may be increased 1 position per week to
a maximum Tension Level of 7 (seven).
Make sure the strap is aligned at the wrist creases (where
the hand meets the arm)
NOTE: Tighten the straps to a "SNUG" comfortable
fit. DO NOT over tighten as this may cause decreased circulation
to the hand.
TO REMOVE UNIT
Decrease the Tension setting to "0" before removing
the unit. Then loosen the Velcro wrist and forearm straps,
remove from your arm and return the unit to the locked position
as shown so that it is ready for use.
WRISTRAC APPLICATION:
Wristrac is
a portable unit that is easily applied to the forearm and
wrist utilizing 2 Velcro straps to secure the unit to the
forearm and a Velcro wrist strap to comfortably tighten
and secure the wrist in the proper position. Note:
Unit is place on the forearm Palm Side Up
The device is to be used for 2 minutes with the tension
set at position #1 -Note: The unit is to be released by
pulling up on the Quick Release Knob
while at "0" tension (make
sure that you turn the tension to "0" before you
begin the treatment!!)
Note:Once the unit is released, the setting can then be
increased one level at a time
starting first at: level # 1 as noted above. Adjust the
tension setting to tolerance. (Tolerance
= a level that creates stretch to the wrist without producing
any increase in the level of pain)
Once one has determined their level of tolerance,
the unit can be worn for 5-10 minutes and repeated
up to 4 times per day.
Note:Under
No condition should treatment commence with the unit released
at any tension setting greater than "0" Once the
Unit is released the tension can be increased One Level
at a time till comfortable and steady stretch is applied
to the wrist.
The tension setting can be increased 1 position per week
up to a maximum position (Level #7)
After treatment is complete,
loosen the Wrist Strap, then loosen the forearm straps
and slide the unit off of the forearm and wrist.
Finally return the unit back
to it's locked position so that it is ready for use!
Warning:Treatment is Not to exceed
10 minutes per session. If you notice any discoloration
and or numbness / tingling, STOP Treatment immediately and
Readjust the Tension Setting to a Lower Level and also Readjust
the Wrist & Forearm Straps.
If symptoms continue, contact your Doctor.