Elbow protocol, Game Ready after surgery
Combining cold and dynamic compression reduces swelling, pain and inflammation from the first days after surgery. This is the elbow protocol KOLDE hands over with every Game Ready rental in Dubai, written out phase by phase.
The protocol, phase by phase
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Weeks 1 to 3
Swelling reduction and pain management
- Program Medium
- Temperature 4 °C
- Session 20 to 30 min, 3 to 4 times a day
- Goal Drain swelling and manage pain
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Week 4 onwards
Maintenance and recovery
- Program Medium
- Temperature 4 °C
- Session 20 to 30 min
- When Before and after each physio session, and before bedtime
Fitting the elbow wrap
Position the elbow wrap snugly, without folds, fully covering the joint, then connect it to the control unit. Check the fit before every session.
Best practices
Do not over-tighten the wrap: a firm but comfortable hold is enough. Make sure the treatment causes no pain and respect the rest periods. Always run the Compex® session before the cryotherapy session.
Precautions. Contraindicated with Raynaud's syndrome, cryoglobulinemia, cold hypersensitivity, impaired sensation or circulation, without medical advice.
This sheet is the protocol KOLDE hands over with the device. It does not replace the instructions of your surgeon or physiotherapist, who know your procedure.