Mediven Genumedi PSS

Genumedi PSS

The Genumedi PSS is a knee support for supporting the patellar tendon insertions. The product is exclusively to be used for the orthotic fitting of the knee and only on unbroken skin or if any wounds have been properly covered.

Mode of action

The silicone pads in the Genumedi PSS relieve the pressure on the kneecap and, in conjunction with the knitted fabric's compression, produce a massaging effect. This effect encourages circulation through the joint and therefore helps reduce swelling and effusions and alleviate irritation and pain. It simultaneously helps improve muscular control
and the body's own stabilisation of the knee joint. The pressure applied by the additional belt strap and the pad under it reduces tension on the patellar tendon thus creating relief for the tendon insertions and alleviating pain.

Supports are most beneficial during physical activity. The support can in principle be worn throughout the day. This must depend on how comfortable the wearer is. Moreover, the knee may not be bent by more than 70° when sitting. The support should be removed for long breaks (e.g. long periods sitting, long drives or sleeping).
If you suffer excessive pain or discomfort during wear, please take off the product immediately and contact your doctor or specialised shop. The support is suitable for use in water. After use, please rinse thoroughly.

Indications

• Patellar tendinitis (Jumper's Knee)
• Osgood-Schlatter disease
• Patellofemoral pain syndrome
• Chondropathia patellae
• Chondromalacia patellae
• Following injury to the patellar tendon
• Retropatellar arthrosis
• Patellar maltracking
• Plica syndrome

Contraindications

No general side effects are known. However, if supports (or similar aids) are too tight, local pressure effects or constriction of blood vessels or nerves may occur in individuals. If you have any of the following complaints please conult your doctor before using the brace:

• Diseases or injuries of the skin in the area of use, especially with inflammatory symptoms (excessive warming, swelling or reddening).
• Sensitivity and perfusion disorders of the legs or feet (e.g. in the case of diabetes).
• Lymph outflow disorders, as well as undiagnosed swellings of soft tissues, apart from the area of use.

Any combination with other products (e.g. compression stockings) must be discussed in advance with the responsible doctor.

Care instructions

The silicone ring does not need to be removed before washing. Fabric softener, fats, oils and ointments can attack the material and the Clima Comfort effect can be impaired. Soap residues can cause skin irritation and material wear.

• Wash the product by hand, preferably using a medi clean detergent, or in delicate cycle at 30°C using a mild detergent without fabric conditioners.
• Do not bleach.
• Leave to dry naturally.
• Do not iron.
• Do not dry clean.

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