2958 / SINGLE HERNIA SUPPORT
This hernia support is very simple in design and very easy to use. It serves to comfortably hold a single inguinal or scrotal hernia in reduction, and can also be used in special situations after a hernia repair to prevent recurrence. Its uncomplicated low profile asymmetric design allows it to be worn under clothing without detection.
Indications Listed Below
• Effective in relieving discomfort while treating inguinal or scrotal hernias, or to control incisional hernias
• Web elastic encircling belt molds around body contours for a comfortable, custom fit
• Adjusts easily to provide the ideal amount of compression
• Removable foam pad provides localized support at hernia site
• Detachable under strap can be tightened or loosened to increase or lessen support
• Simple hook and loop fastening for easy application
• Comfortable to wear
Product Features
UNDERSTRAP
Detachable understrap can be tightened or loosened to increase or lessen support.
EASY APPLICATION
Simple hook and loop fastening for easy application. Adjusts easily to provide the ideal amount of compression.
WEB ELASTIC
Web elastic encircling belt molds around body contours for a comfortable, custom fit.
How to Measure for and Apply the HERNIA SUPPORT
SIZE | MEASURE AROUND THE WIDEST PART OF THE HIPS |
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SMALL | 30" - 32" (76 - 81 CM) |
MEDIUM | 34" - 36" (89 - 91 CM) |
LARGE | 38" - 40" (96 - 102 CM) |
X-LARGE | 42" - 44" (107 - 112 CM) |
Measuring Instructions
A. Measure around the widest part of the hips
Application Instructions
1. Be sure the hernia is completely reduced before applying support. (Lay down to apply support if necessary.)
2. Disengage understrap in front.
3. Position support pad in pocket over the hernia site(s) and wrap the support belt around the hips.
4. Fasten support belt and understrap in front.
5. Adjust the degree of support by tightening the understrap in back.
6. The whole support should fit snug but not uncomfortably tight.
Medical Applications
Review the accompanying chart to determine the product that best suits your needs. On the left, you will find a variety of injuries that OTC products are specifically designed to treat and prevent. On the top, you will find the product numbers of all OTC Rib and Abdomen Products. If a red box is present where the column and row intersect, your injury or condition is treated/prevented by the associated product.
35P | 0348 | 0416 | 0516 | 2458 | 2658 | 2459 | 2659 | 2508 | 2688 | 2509 | 2689 | 2510 | 2513 | 2514 | 2518 | 2786 | 2787 | 2788 | 2936 | 2939 | 2955 | 2956 | 2522 | 2523 | 2524 | 2905 | 2958 | 2958-D | |
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Abdominal Strain | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Abdominal Weakness | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Genital Lymphedema | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Hernia - Umbilical | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Hernia - Scrotal | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Hernia - Inguinal | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Intercostal (Rib) Strain | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Pelvis Congestion | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Pendulous Abdomen | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Pregnancy (Discomfort) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Prolapsed Bladder/Uterus | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Post Natal | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Post Surgical | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Rib Contusion | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Rib Fracture | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Ostomy | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Loss of Muscle Tone | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Varicosities |
Common Conditions of the Abdomen
Cycle through the slides below to familiarize yourself with several common conditions associated with the ribs and abdomen. The conditions described below may not be treated by the specific product listed on this page. Please view the above Medical Applications Chart to determine what conditions this page's associated product treats.
The Anatomy of the Abdomen
The abdomen constitutes the part of the body between the chest and pelvis. View the illustration, in accompaniment with the list below, to explore the anatomy of the abdomen.
A. Serratus Anterior
B. Linea Alba
C. Rectus Abdominus
D. Umbilicus
E. External Oblique
F. Intercostal Space
G. False Ribs
H. Floating Rib
I. Vertebrae