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CANE, CRUTCH AND WALKER TIPS AND PADS

Received Dec 1, 2011 · Event occurred Oct 17, 2011

Report 1525712-2011-00990 · MDR key 2355447

Device

Generic name

890.3790

Manufacturer

Unknown

Model number

6291-HDA

Product problems

  • Unintended Movement

Patient

72

  • Fall

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

CONSUMER ALLEGES THE LEFT SIDE OF WALKER SWINGS BACK AND FORTH. WHEN USING, IT IS ALLEGEDLY DRAGGING ON SOMETHING, HAS A GRINDING NOISE, AND KIND OF VEERS AWAY FROM, CAUSING HIM TO FALL. INJURY IS ALLEGED.