Game Ready GRPro 2.1 User Manual - page 15
Compression Therapy (vasopneumatic compression) using the Game Ready System 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 current clinical signs suggestive of deep vein thrombosis or
pulmonary embolus in the affected region (to be treated with this therapy).
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Who have significant arteriosclerosis or other vascular ischemic disease in the affected region.
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Who have a condition in which increased venous or lymphatic return is not desired in the
affected extremity (e.g., carcinoma).
•
Who have decompensated hypertonia in the affected region.
Cryotherapy using the Game Ready System or any cryotherapy device should not be used
in patients:
•
Who have significant vascular impairment in the affected region (e.g., from prior
frostbite, diabetes, arteriosclerosis or ischemia).
•
Who have known hematological dyscrasias which affect thrombosis (e.g., paroxysmal
cold hemoglobinuria, cryoglobulinemia, sickle-cell disease, serum cold agglutinins).
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Improper placement or prolonged use of the Game Ready System could result in tissue
damage.
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During the course of 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.
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Game Ready Wraps are not sterile; do not place directly against open wounds, sores,
rashes, infections, or stitches. The Wrap may be applied over clothing or dressing.
•
Game Ready Wraps are available in multiple configurations but are not intended for
all possible physiologic uses. For example, the Ankle Wrap is not designed for use on
the toes and the Back Wrap is not designed for use in the abdominal region.
•
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 an open 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.
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Who are children under 18 years old or patients who have cognitive disabilities or
communication barriers, whether temporary (due to medication) or permanent.
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Who have a cardiac insufficiency or congestive heart failure (with associated
edema in the extremities or lungs).
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Who have a localized skin condition (e.g., dermatitis, vein ligation, gangrene, skin
graft) in the affected region.
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Who have erysipelas or other active infection in the affected region.
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Cryotherapy with the Game Ready System should be used only under the supervision of
a licensed healthcare practitioner in patients:
•
Who have Raynaud’s disease or cold hypersensitivity (cold uticaria).
•
Who have hypertension or extreme low blood pressure.
•
Who have diabetes.
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