inforMED

CRUTCH

Received Sep 19, 2014 · Event occurred Aug 27, 2014

Report 1531186-2014-04285 · MDR key 4101563

Device

Generic name

890.3150

Manufacturer

Unknown

Model number

8115-A

Product problems

  • Material Disintegration

Patient

Not reported

  • No Consequences Or Impact To Patient

Narrative

Description of Event or Problem

DEALER ALLEGED THAT THE BOTTOM PLASTIC PIECE THAT COVERS SHARP EDGES ON THE BOTTOM OF CRUTCH ABOVE THE RUBBER TIP KEEPS COMING LOOSE AND ENDS UP DOWN ON THE RUBBER TIP EXPOSING SHARP EDGES.