Product Description.:
REPLACES GEBAUER?S FLUORI-METHANE?
Gebauer?s Spray and Stretch topical anesthetic skin refrigerant provides a fine stream spray and cooling effect equivalent to Gebauer?s Fluori-Methane, which has been discontinued.
SPRAY & STRETCH TECHNIQUE
Use Gebauer?s Spray and Stretch product with the Spray & Stretch Technique to effectively manage myofascial pain syndromes, trigger points, and restricted motion. Helps to control pain associated with muscle spasm and minor sports injuries.
NONFLAMMABLE AND NON-OZONE DEPLETING
Gebauer?s Spray and Stretch can be used in facilities which restrict the use of flammable components.
INDICATIONS FOR USE:
Gebauer?s Spray and Stretch is a vapocoolant (skin refrigerant) intended for topical application in the management of myofascial pain, restricted motion, muscle spasm and minor sports injuries.
PRECAUTIONS:
1. Do not spray near the face or on open wounds or abraded skin.
2. Do not use this product on diabetics or persons with poor circulation or insensitive skin.
3. Over application of the product might alter skin pigmentation.
ADVERSE REACTIONS:
Freezing can occasionally alter skin pigmentation.
CONTRAINDICATIONS:
Gebauer?s Spray and Stretch is contraindicated in individuals with a history of hypersensitivity to 1,1,1,3,3-Pentafluoropropane and 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane. If skin irritation develops, discontinue use.
WARNINGS:
For external use only. Contents under pressure.
INSTRUCTIONS:
To apply Gebauer?s Spray and Stretch from the fine stream aerosol can, hold can upright over the treatment area. Press the actuator button firmly, allowing Gebauer?s Spray and Stretch to spray from the can.
SPRAY AND STRETCH TECHNIQUE FOR MYOFASCIAL PAIN:
Gebauer?s Spray and Stretch may be used as a counterirritant in the management of myofascial pain, restricted motion and muscle tension. Clinical conditions that may respond to Gebauer?s Spray and Stretch include low back pain (due to tight muscles), acute stiff neck, torticollis, acute bursitis of the shoulder, tight hamstrings, sprained ankle, tight masseter muscles and referred pain due to irritated trigger points. Relief of pain facilitates early mobilization and restoration of muscle function. The Spray and Stretch Technique is a system that involves three stages: Evaluation, Spraying and Stretching.
A. Evaluation: If the patient has been evaluated to have muscle tension and restricted motion caused by an active, irritated trigger point then proceed to Step b.
B. Spraying
i. Have the patient assume a comfortable position.
ii. Take precautions to cover the patient?s eyes, nose and mouth if spraying near the face.
iii. Hold the can upright. From a distance of 12 to 18 inches (30 to 46 cm), aim the stream so it meets the skin at an acute angle, lessening the shock of impact. 4) Direct the spray in parallel sweeps 0.5 inches to 1 inch (1.5 to 2 cm) apart at the rate of approximately 4 inches per second (10 cm per second). Continue until the entire muscle has been covered. The number of sweeps is determined by the size of the muscle. The spray should be applied from the muscle attachment over the trigger point, through and over the reference zone.
C. Stretching: Passively stretch the muscle during spray application. Gradually increase the force with successive sweeps. As the muscle relaxes, smoothly take up the slack by establishing a new stretch length. It is necessary to reach the full normal length of the muscle to completely inactivate the trigger point and relieve the pain. Rewarm the muscle. If necessary, repeat the procedure. Apply moist heat for 10 to 15 minutes following treatment. For lasting benefit, eliminate any factors that perpetuate the trigger mechanism.
TEMPORARY RELIEF OF MINOR SPORTS INJURIES:
The pain of bruises, contusions, swelling and minor sprains may be controlled with Gebauer?s Spray and Stretch. The amount of cooling depends on the dosage. Dosage varies with duration of application. The anesthetic effect of Gebauer?s Spray and Stretch rarely lasts more than a few seconds to a minute. This time interval is usually sufficient to help reduce or relieve the initial trauma of the injury. Spray Gebauer?s Spray and Stretch on the target area continuously for 4 to 10 seconds from a distance of 3 to 7 inches (8 to 18 cm). Spray until the skin just begins to turn white do not frost the skin. Avoid spraying of skin beyond this state. Reapply as needed.
CAUTION:
Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician or other practitioner licensed by state law to use or order the use of the device.
STORAGE:
Store at room temperature.
INGREDIENTS:
1,1,1,3,3-Pentafluoropropane and 1,1,1,2-Tetrafluoroethane
HOW SUPPLIED:
3.5 fl. oz. (103.5mL) Aerosol Can
