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Compression Therapy (vasopneumatic compression) using Game Ready or any 

compression therapy device should 

not

 be used in patients:

• Who are in the acute stages of inflammatory phlebitis in the affected region

• Who have any history or risk factors for deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolus  

   (including prolonged bed rest) in the affected region (to be treated with this therapy)

• Who have significant arteriosclerosis or other vascular ischemic disease in the  

   affected region

• Who have a condition in which increased venous or lymphatic return is not desired in

   the affected extremity (eg, carcinoma) 

• Who have decompensated hypertonia in the affected region

Cryotherapy using Game Ready or any cryotherapy device should 

not

 be used in patients:

• Who have significant vascular impairment in the affected region (eg, from prior  

   frostbite, diabetes, arteriosclerosis or ischemia)

• Who have acute paroxysmal cold hemoglobinuria or cryoglobulinemia

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The Game Ready System combines cold and compression therapies. It is intended to  

treat post-surgical and acute injuries to reduce edema, swelling, and pain where cold  

and compression are indicated.  It is intended to be used by or on the order of healthcare  

professionals in hospitals, outpatient clinics, athletic training settings, or home settings.

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Thank you for choosing the Game Ready System. To assure you have the best experience 

possible, please be sure to read the entire User’s Manual prior to use of the product. 

Caution: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a licensed 

health care practitioner.

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• Follow the recommendations of your health care practitioner.

• Improper placement or prolonged use of Game Ready could result in tissue  

   damage such as frostbite.

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During the course of Game Ready therapy, patients should monitor the skin surrounding  

   the treated region or the digits of the extremities of the treated limb for any burning,  

   itching, increased swelling, or pain. If any of these signs present, or any changes in skin  

   appearance occur (such as blisters, increased redness, discoloration, or other noticeable  

   skin changes), patients are advised to discontinue use and consult a physician.

• The Game Ready Wrap is not sterile; do not place directly against open wounds, sores,  

   rashes, infections, or stitches.  May be applied over clothing or dressing.

• Compression Therapy (vasopneumatic compression) with the Game Ready System should  

   be used 

only under the supervision

 of a licensed healthcare practitioner in patients:

  - Who have a wound in the affected region (the wound must be dressed prior to use of  

     Game Ready)

    - Who have an acute, unstable (untreated) fracture in the affected region

    - Who are children or patients who have cognitive disabilities or communication barriers,  

      whether temporary due to medication or permanent

    - Who have a cardiac insufficiency or congestive heart failure (with associated edema  

      in the extremities or lungs) 

    - Who have a localized skin condition (eg, dermatitis, vein ligation, gangrene, skin graft) 

      in the affected region

    - Who have erysipelas or other active infection in the affected region