How do you measure a knee Cryo Cuff?

Measure around the thigh 15cm (6″) above the top of the knee cap.

How long should you leave a cryo cuff on?

Your Cryo-cuff should be used for no longer than 20 minutes at a time. After each use, ensure you have a 1 hour break before using again. If you suffer with diabetes or any other health conditions that alters the sensation in your skin, please inform your physiotherapist so they can best advice when/how to use it.

Can you use hot water in a Cryo Cuff?

At first, rechill the water in the cuff after 15 or 30 minutes, then once an hour or as needed. Reconnect the blue tube to cuff, lower the cooler below cuff, and the warmed water will drain from the cuff into the cooler.

What is knee cuff?

A knee brace is one tool in managing the discomfort of knee osteoarthritis. A brace might help reduce pain by shifting your weight off the most damaged portion of your knee. Wearing a brace can improve your ability to get around and help you walk farther comfortably.

How do you empty the water out of a cryo cuff?

Draining and Chilling Your Cryo/Cuff Reconnect the tube to the cuff, raise the valve and then lower the cooler below knee level to drain completely. 2. Shake the cooler for about one minute. This action mixes the water with the ice and ensures good re-chilling.

Is cryotherapy good for knee pain?

Unlike sports treatments that focus on one body part at a time, cryotherapy for knee pain or shoulder pain doesn’t stop at just that one joint or injury. Cryotherapy cools the entire body at once, making it effective at treating both localized injuries and diffuse conditions like arthritis.

How do you empty the Aircast Cryo Cuff knee?

Keep the cryocuff on for 20 to 30 minutes, 3 to 4 times a day, or as directed. Unplug the cooler when the ice has melted. When you are done, squeeze the cuff to empty it completely while it is attached to the cooler.

How long is CPM after knee surgery?

You need to use your CPM for at least 6-8 hours a day at home. This can be broken up into multiple sessions or done all at once. You will use the CPM for approximately 3 weeks after surgery.

Is a Cryo cuff worth it?

Top critical review The Cryo Cuff therapy is excellent for post surgical swelling and pain relief. The problem with this device is that it leaks at the hose connector to the cuff. The first unit I received leaked all over my hardwood floors when I took it off.

Can you wrap your knee after surgery?

While you can remove the white fluffy dressing the day after surgery, you should use the ace wrap for at least a few days after surgery, or as long as your leg or knee has some swelling. Knee Motion Restrictions: You are not permitted to bend your knee past 60 degrees for the first 6 weeks.

What does a Cryo Cuff do?

A cryocuff is a type of cold compress. A cuff, similar to a blood pressure cuff, is wrapped around the swollen or painful body area. The cold compression helps decrease pain, swelling, and muscle spasms. It is used after an injury, physical therapy sessions, or surgery.

What is the size of the Aircast cryo/cuff IC?

Aircast Cryo/Cuff IC Part Number Description Measurement Size 11C01 Knee Cryo/Cuff 10″ – 19″ Small 11A01 Knee Cryo/Cuff 18″ – 23″ Medium 11B01 Knee Cryo/Cuff 20″ – 31″ Large

Does the Aircast cryo/cuff work for knee pain?

Either model of the Aircast Cryo/Cuff will work for your condition. One is motorized and uses a pump to pump cold water into the cuff to reduce swelling in your knee. That model is called the Aircast Cryo/Cuff IC – this model requires a prescription.

Do you have all sizes of the knee cryo cuff in stock?

A: Yes, we have all sizes of the knee cryo cuff in stock and ready to ship the same day they are ordered. Aircast believes that the best way for you to select and purchase a Aircast product is at one of its authorized online stores of which DME-Direct is one.

What is the knee cryo/cuff with gravity cooler?

The Knee Cryo/Cuff with Gravity Cooler also aids recovery following knee surgeries. Product Features…and the benefits you’ll experience! Offering intermittent focal compression and cool therapy for any knee injury or post-surgery recovery, the Aircast Cryo/Cuff with Gravity Cooler provides: