Instructions of Use Leaflet

selecting your encircle therapy

applying encircle class A inner

applying class 1 & class 2 outer

Because blood in the lower limb and foot has the longest distance to travel back to the heart, we have developed a range of knee high garments which can be chosen to meet your individual needs. Encircle compression therapy is measured by a class system related to pressure applied (in mmHg) to the limb.

Apply class A easily by sliding it over your foot and heal, aligning the small green indicator markers with your limb so it is postioned correctly and relative to your body. Then pull it up your legs and align the top marker so it is centred on the front of your leg.

Remove any folds and wrinkles.

Unzip zipper and slide the outer over your foot while wearing your inner layer Class A garment. Postion the garment relative to your limb using the indicator markings. Pull it up the leg and remove any wrinkles. For added support close the zipper. Hold down the small tab below the zip while pulling on the zipper. This helps straighten the zipper so it closes easily. If the pressure becomes uncomfortable open the zipper to temporarily release pressure.

Class A provides a lite level of pressure and functions as a next-to-skin barrier. Class 1 provides a mid level compression while Class 2 provides firm pressure for a non-prescription based therapy. Each garment can be applied as a standalone garment, but preferably Class 1 and Class 2 garments are used as part of a two layer compression garment system, worn over top of the inner Class A to create an effective mirco environment for healing.

-10

open zipper to release pressure

BLOOD FLOW

PRESSURE LEVEL

align indicator markings relatibve to your foot High

Mild

Low

A

A+1

A+1

CLASS A

CLASS 1

CLASS 2

Lite

Mild

Firm

(10-15 mmHg)

(16-21 mmHg)

(22-30mmHg)

+10

mmHg

mmHg

close zipper to increase support

pull zipper

Indicator markings

lets encircle and take care of your blood flow.

hold tab

user instructions CLASS A

CLASS 1

CLASS 2

Lite

Mild

Firm

pressure zipper

encircle compression therapy

R

Encircle compression therapy is a natural and non-invasive method clinically proven to help prevent and treat circulatory problems and poor venous blood flow in the limbs.

merino micro-environment for healing

when encircle should not be worn

easy care encircle merino

Much of Encircle’s comfort advantage is due to the use of natural merino fibre next-to-the-skin.

Merino is a hygroscopic fibre, capable of absorbing and desorbing moisture vapour from the external environment or body microclimate. The ability of merino to absorb large amounts of moisture allows Encircle to buffer your body microclimate. Merino is temperature regulating and odour-inhibiting, so encircle naturally absorbs and traps odours creating an inhospitable environment for microbial growth, and an excellent environment for your skin to function.

Please ensure you have no serious circulatory problems such as active arterial or venous disease.

If you are suffering from, or have suffered a blood clot, heart or circulatory problems, diabetes, severe varicose veins, cancer, reduced mobility or if you have recently undergone major surgery or are pregnant, please consult a healthcare professional about the suitability of this product for you.

Unlike 100% synthetic compression garments, encircle naturally breathes better staying fresher for longer. Encircle regulates the skin environment trapping odours and creating an inhospitable environment for microbial growth, which means it’s more comfortable and you can wear it for three times longer without laundering. These properties are advantageous when wound healing is a factor.

Encircle Compression Therapy should not be worn if you have:

Washing will aid in returning your garment to its original size adding longer lasting compression. When you do wash your compression garment please:

Compression is a recommended therapeutic treatment for oedema, hyperpigmentation and discolouration of the skin, venous eczema, varicose veins, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and ulceration.

• Ischemia or advance arterial disease • Untreated septic phlebitis • Uncontrolled congestive heart failure • Phlegmasia coerulea dolens • Arterioscierosis • Peripheral neuropathy • Ankle Brachial Pressure (ABPI < 0.8 • Severe Limb Cellulitis

physiological benefits Encircle has been independantly tested and proven to increase blood velocity by the Medical Research Institute of New Zealand. Wearing encircle creates and maintains a healthly level of venous bllood flow.

Peak Velocity (cm/s)

6

High Flow

5

encircle compression therapy

3 without compression

2 1

Low Flow

0 0

10

50

Time (minutes)

Encircle compression therapy provides a versatile preventative care for all individuals that have: • • • • • •

R

4

when to use encircle

70

Please consult a physician for advice if you have or experience: • • • • •

Skin infections Weeping dermatoses Incompatibility to fabric Insensitivity of the limb Immobility

poor or limited blood flow limited mobility and require effective limb support varicose veins; swelling of the ankles and edema skin discoloration had surgery and are prone to post-operative venous thromboembolism • diabetes • cancer

For help in determining whether encircle is right for you please visit our website or contact a healthcare professional.

Compression therapy is commonly used by pregnant women and people travelling to prevent developing a clot or DVT.

Encircle has been developed in accordance with BS 6612:1985 compression hosiery and BS 7563:1999 non-prescriptive graduated support hosiery.

Encircle Washing Instructions: • Normal machine wash with like colours • Do not use fabric softener or bleach • Dry flat or on clothes line - do not tumble dry • Do not dry clean

Encircle will give you the recommended levels of compression for up to 30 washes

Trademarks © 2009 Encircle Medical Devices Encircle Medical Devices, the Encircle Logo, Merino Micro-Environment, and other terms used in conjunction with this product are the trademarks of Encircle Medical Devices Ltd. Encircle Medical Devices is the owner of all past, present and future intellectual property used and developed in relation to its business and reserves all rights in relation to its intellectual property.