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medi® pcs brio
The medi® pcs brio is a basic pneumatic compression device that allows patients to continue their lymphedema treatment at home with patient-specific programs for easy, safe and effective treatment.
medi® USA
medi® USA
medi® USA is a medical product and technology company focused on compression therapies for chronic medical conditions, athletic performance, and fashion. The medi product family continues to innovate, leading the way in modern compression therapy that improves the quality of life for every patient across all stages of venous and lymphatic conditions.
• Self-learning Fill-to-Fit technology automatically adjusts to limb size during each therapy session
• Create individualized treatment programs to meet patient needs
• Overlapping chambers apply consistent, gradient compression to reduce the potential for window edema
• Full-color touchscreen can be programed in four languages (English, Spanish, French and Portuguese)
• Patient safety lock prevents mis-programming
The medi® pcs brio assists in the management and treatment of lymphedema, venous stasis ulcers, venous insufficiency and peripheral edema.
Absolute contraindications: Use while ambulatory; use while sleeping; the presence of lymphangiosarcoma; suspected or known acute deep vein thrombosis; existing pulmonary edema; existing pulmonary embolism; inflammatory phlebitis; severe congestive cardiac failure; severe atherosclerosis or other ischemic vascular diseases; any circumstance where increased venous and lymphatic return is undesirable; extreme musculoskeletal deformity of limb intended for treatment; any local skin or tissue condition which the device would interfere such as gangrene, untreated or infected wounds, recent skin graft, and dermatitis; known presence of malignancy in the limb intended for treatment; limb infections, including cellulitis, that have not received antibiotic coverage.
Relative Contraindications: unsupervised children use under the age of 18; allergy or intolerance to garment material (100% Nylon).
Caution should be used when treating patients with heart disease or peripheral occlusion disease as the increased movement of fluids may pose additional health risks.
Warning: Explosion Hazard
Do not use in the presence of flammable gases, including flammable anesthetics.
Warning: Electrical Shock Hazard
Do not allow liquid to enter any part of the system.
Warning: Electric Shock Hazard
Never attempt to perform maintenance or service the device while in use. To completely eliminate power, disconnect the power supply from the Pressure Control Unit or from the wall outlet.
Warning: Electric Shock Hazard
Unplug power supply from source and do not use medi® pcs during electrical storms.
Warning: Electric Shock Hazard
To prevent electric shock, do not open the Pressure Control Unit. Do not attempt to service the pressure control unit yourself. All maintenance tasks should be performed only by the manufacturer or by authorized service personnel. Service by unauthorized personnel shall void the warranty.
Warning: Ventilation Hazards
Always place the pump on a solid surface free of objects that may block ventilation openings. Never lock the ventilation openings. Keep the ventilation opening free of debris such as lint and hair. Never operate the pump on a soft surface, such as a bed, couch, or pillow, where the ventilation opening may be blocked. Never drop or insert any object into any opening of the pump.
Warning: Environmental Hazards
Keep the pump, garments, and power supply cord and plug away from sharp objects, flames, and heated surfaces.
Warning: Proper Inspection Required
Prior to using always inspect pressure control unit, power supply, garments, and connectors for damage.
Warning: Tripping
Never operate the controller where the cord or tubing harness shall present a tripping hazard.
Warning: Strangulation
The power supply and hoses of this product may pose a strangulation hazard. Keep power supply and hoses out of the reach of children at all times.
Warning: Contact Injuries
Pressure Control Unit should be placed at same height or below patient to prevent possible injury from device falling on patient.
Warning: Treatment Should Never Hurt
The garment compression should never hurt. If you experience pain or notice your condition worsening, contact your physician. Do not change your treatment settings without consulting your physician.
Warning: Parental Supervision
Children under the age of 18 should only use the system under adult supervision and direction of a physician.
Caution: Single Patient Use
Garments are intended for single patient non-ambulatory use only.
Caution: Compatibility
Use only the medi® pcs power supply (GSM60B24), garments, and accessories with the medi® pcs system.
After treatment is complete and the Pressure Control Unit (PCU) is turned off, unplug the power supply cord from the power outlet and from the PCU. Disconnect the garments from the PCU. Store the garments by first loosely coiling the hoses and garment connectors. Avoid kinking or crushing the hoses. Lay the garments flat in a cool, dry place for storage. Store the PCU in a cool, dry place, avoiding direct sunlight. Keep it away from excessive heat or cold, and keep away from children and pets.
