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InjuryLOF

PEMF - PHYSIO STIM

Received Dec 19, 2025 · Event occurred Feb 22, 2023

Report 2183449-2025-00038 · MDR key 23855848

Device

Generic name

Bone Growth Stimulator

Manufacturer

Orthofix

Model number

655302-0001

Catalog number

5302

Product problems

  • Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
  • Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

Patient

68 YR · Male

  • Skin Discoloration
  • Swelling/ Edema
  • Skin Discoloration
  • Swelling/ Edema

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

PATIENT REPORTED THE DEVICE MADE HIS LEG(S) SWELL WITH PAIN IN THE LOWER LEG BY THE ANKLE. PATIENT REPORTED DISCOLORATION TO THE TOES AND SAID HIS PHYSICIAN ADVISED TO STOP USING THE DEVICE.

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

PATIENT REPORTED HE ENDED UP DOING SURGERY ON (B)(6) 2023 TO FIX HIS LEG AFTER DISCONTINUING USE OF THE DEVICE. NO ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WAS PROVIDED AND THE DEVICE IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR FURTHER INVESTIGATION.