Aircast Cryo/Cuff Paediatric Knee/Elbow Cold Therapy Brace
Whether it's running about in the playground or exploring in the garden, children are incredibly active little things. Unfortunately, this intrigue means that accidents do happen, some which unfortunately result in nasty injuries that require a recovery procedure or even surgery.
The Aircast Cryo/Cuff Paediatric Knee/Elbow Cold Therapy Brace is the perfect tool for lowering this rehabilitation period. Designed to be as unassuming as possible and for use in tandem with one of two Aircast Therapy Cooler Units, the Aircast Paediatric Cryo/Cuff Unit pumps cold air through the dual elbow/knee fixture to reduce swelling and improve circulation to and around the joint during recovery.
What's Included?
- 1 x Paediatric Cuff for the Knee or Elbow
Please note that this product requires a Cold Therapy Cooler in order to use. To add a cooler to your order, simply tick the box at the top of the page.
Key Features and Attributes
- Measured compression enhances child-friendly comfort level
- Versatile cuff design allows for use on both the elbow and knee
- Uninterrupted treatment when used with the standard Aircast Cooler
What Are the Benefits of Using Cryotherapy to Treat Injuries?
Using cryotherapy to treat injury has a number of benefits. These include:
- Immediate pain relief
- Child-friendly level of compression
- Improves circulation throughout affected area
- Reduces swelling and inflammation
- Better joint mobility
- Reduces fatigue
- Speeds up recovery
Sizing Information for the Cryo/Cuff Paediatric Cooling Brace
The Aircast Knee/Elbow Cryo/Cuff is available in a single standard size that should fit most children between the ages of one and seven.
Which Cooler Unit Should I Choose?
The Aircast Cryo/Cuff system can be used with either one of two cooler units depending on your child's needs. Both cooler units offer six to eight hours of gravity-fed compression therapy, but differ in the amount of compression therapy they can provide. The two cooler units are:
How Do I Use the Aircast Paediatric Cryo/Cuff?
To understand how to prepare, apply and use the Cryo/Cuff, follow these four simple steps:
Step One: Prepare Your Cooler
Connect the blue tube to the cooler and fill the cooler to the line with water. Add ice and rest the insulation disk on top before closing the cooler shut. Allow up to five minutes for the water to chill before use.
Step Two: Apply the Cuff
Position the cuff on either the knee or elbow with the quick disconnect valve pointing upwards. (See figure 1).
Slightly flex the knee or elbow to allow mobility and secure using the straps provided. Tighten the straps according to your child's comfort. (See figure 2).
Step Three: Fill the Cuff
Connect the blue tube to the cuff and open the cooler air vent located on the cooler lid. Lift the cooler so that it is approximately fifteen inches above the level of the cuff. Hold the cooler in this position for about thirty seconds until the cuff is full. (See figure 3).
Close the air vent and disconnect the cuff by pressing the metal tab.
Step Four: Rechill Water
To rechill the water between uses, reconnect the blue tube to the cuff and position the cooler so that it is beneath the level of the cuff. This will allow the water to drain from the cuff, back into the cooler. Allow up to two minutes for the water to chill before repeating treatment.
For more information on how to use the Cryo/Cuff, please see the manual below:
How Long Can I Use the Cryo/Cuff for with Each Treatment?
You can use the Cryo/Cuff for up to two hours per therapy session. It is recommended that you give a period of at least twenty minutes cessation between uses.
Use Skin Protection While Using the Cryo/Cuff
At no point during treatment should the skin be in direct contact with the Cryo/Cuff. It is vital that you wrap the affected area with a cloth or bandage to create a bridge between the skin and the cuff to avoid risk of skin burn.
How Do I Clean My Cryo/Cuff Brace?
To clean the cuff, handwash with a mild detergent and hot water before rinsing and leaving to air dry. This process can be used to clean both the blue tube and cooler units also.
Related Products
At MedicalSupplies.co.uk, we offer the Aircast Paediatric Knee/Elbow Cryo/Cuff, along with a number of other Aircast products in adult sizes too. For a comprehensive list on the products available, please see below:
For other paediatric injuries, see the Aircast Paediatric Ankle Cold Therapy Cryo/Cuff.
