K240986 · Jkh Health Co., Ltd. · IRP · May 1, 2024 · Physical Medicine
Device Facts
Record ID
K240986
Device Name
Cold Compression
Applicant
Jkh Health Co., Ltd.
Product Code
IRP · Physical Medicine
Decision Date
May 1, 2024
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 890.5650
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic, Pediatric
Indications for Use
Cold Compression is intended to treat post-surgical and acute injuries to reduce edema, swelling, and pain for which cold and compression are indicated. Cold Compression is intended to be used by or on the order of licensed healthcare professionals in rehabilitation facilities/hospitals, outpatient clinics, athletic training settings, and home settings.
Device Story
Cold Compression is an AC-powered, software-controlled multimodality device providing cold and compression therapy. It consists of a bucket reservoir for ice/water, a lid, and a connecting tube to various anatomical wraps (back, shoulder, ankle/foot, hip, knee). Users or clinicians adjust temperature (45°F-55°F), compression pressure (0-60 mmHg), and treatment duration via a keypad/LCD interface. Used in hospitals, clinics, and homes, the device aids in reducing edema, swelling, and pain. It features integrated safety alarms for low pressure and low battery. The system operates via a microprocessor-controlled pump, powered by AC or an internal rechargeable battery. By circulating cold water through wraps while applying pneumatic compression, the device facilitates localized thermal and mechanical therapy, potentially accelerating recovery and improving patient comfort post-injury or surgery.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only, including electrical safety (IEC 60601-1) and electromagnetic compatibility (IEC 60601-1-2) validation.
Indicated for post-surgical and acute injuries to reduce edema, swelling, and pain in adults, children, and the elderly (under professional supervision) where cold and compression therapy are indicated.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A powered inflatable tube massager is a powered device intended for medical purposes, such as to relieve minor muscle aches and pains and to increase circulation. It simulates kneading and stroking of tissues with the hands by use of an inflatable pressure cuff.
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May 1, 2024
JKH Health Co., Ltd. % Bill Quanqin Dai Managing Member JKH USA LLC 14271 Jeffrey Road #246 Irvine, CA 92620
Re: K240986
Trade/Device Name: Cold Compression Regulation Number: 21 CFR 890.5650 Regulation Name: Powered inflatable tube massager Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: IRP. ILO Dated: February 22, 2024 Received: April 10, 2024
Dear Bill Dai:
We have reviewed your section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (the Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database available at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device"
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Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30. Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90. Nonconforming product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review. the OS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.30 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).
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Sincerely.
# Tushar Bansal -S
for Heather Dean, PhD Assistant Director, Acute Injury Devices Team DHT5B: Division of Neuromodulation and Rehabilitation Devices OHT5: Office of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices
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Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: 07/31/2026 See PRA Statement below.
Submission Number (if known)
K240986
Device Name
Cold Compression
Indications for Use (Describe)
Cold Compression is intended to treat post-surgical and acute injuries to reduce edema, swelling, and pain for which cold and compression are indicated.
Cold Compression is intended to be used by or on the order of licensed healthcare professionals in rehabilitation facilities/hospitals, outpatient clinics, athletic training settings.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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#### 510(k) Summary
#### 1. Submitter's Information
JKH Health Co., Ltd. Address: 4-5F, Building 12, Hengmingzhu Industrial Park, Xinqiao Tongfuyu Industrial Area, Shajing, Baoan, Shenzhen, China Tel: +86-755-27926589 Fax: +86-755-27926585 E-mail: sales@JKHhealth.com Date of Preparation: 4/09/2024
#### 2. Subject Device
Trade/Device Name: Cold Compression Common Name: Powered Inflatable Tube Massager; Hot or Cold, Water Circulating Pack Regulation Medical Specialty: Physical Medicine Review Panel: Physical Medicine Product Code: IRP, ILO Regulation Number: 21 CFR 890.5650, 21 CFR 890.5720 Device Class: II Use: Prescription
#### Predicate device
Primary Predicate Device: Cold/Hot Compression 510(k) Number: K223541 Clearance Date: October 27, 2023 Submitter: JKH Health Co., Ltd.
Predicate Device: Polar Care Wave 510(k) Number: K183702 Clearance Date: March 1, 2019 Submitter: Breg Inc.
## 3. Description of Subject Device
The subject device is an AC powered, software-controlled multimodality device, and is intended to be used by or on the order of licensed healthcare professionals in rehabilitation facilities/hospitals, outpatient clinics, athletic training settings, and home settings.
The subject device features cold therapy and compression therapy. Cold Compression is intended to treat post-surgical and acute injuries to reduce edema, swelling, and pain for which cold and compression are indicated.
The device has a power/time button, temperature adjustment button, pressure setting button; Patients can adjust the temperature, compression pressure, and duration of treatment according to their needs.
The device has a bucket body and a lid. The ice and water can be added by opening the lid, and the loading level of the ice and water can be indicated/seen.
The subject device and its packaging/clothing are clean and non-sterile. A connecting tube is used to
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connect the subject device to the wraps come with a variety of reusable cold treatment inflators for cold and compression treatment of the universal, back, shoulder, ankle/foot, hip, and knee.
#### 4. Indications for Use
Cold Compression is intended to treat post-surgical and acute injuries to reduce edema, swelling, and pain for which cold and compression are indicated.
Cold Compression is intended to be used by or on the order of licensed healthcare professionals in rehabilitation facilities/hospitals, outpatient clinics, athletic training settings, and home settings.
#### 5. Summary of Substantial Equivalence
The comparison Table 1 summarizes the detailed comparison between the subject device and the predicate device, indicating the technical characteristics, specifications, and intended use of the subject device are substantially equivalent to those of the predicate device.
| | Subject Device | Primary Predicate Device | Predicate Device | Equivalence |
|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 510(k) Number | K240986 | K223541 | K183702 | N/A |
| Submitter | JKH Health Co., Ltd. | JKH Health Co., Ltd. | Breg Inc. | N/A |
| Device Name/Model | Cold Compression | Cold/Hot Compression | Polar Care Wave | N/A |
| Product Code<br>Regulation Number | IRP and ILO | IRP, ILO, and JOW | IRP and ILO | The subject device has<br>the product codes<br>covered by the primary<br>predicate device, and<br>also identical to the<br>predicate device. |
| Indications for Use | Cold Compression is intended<br>to treat post-surgical and acute<br>injuries to reduce edema,<br>swelling, and pain for which<br>cold and compression are<br>indicated.<br>Cold Compression is intended<br>to be used by or on the order of<br>licensed healthcare<br>professionals in rehabilitation<br>facilities/hospitals, outpatient<br>clinics, athletic training<br>settings, and home settings. | Cold/Hot Compression<br>combines cold, heat, contrast,<br>and compression therapy. It is<br>intended to treat post-surgical<br>and acute injuries to reduce<br>edema, swelling, and pain for<br>which cold and compression<br>are indicated. It is intended to<br>treat post traumatic and<br>postsurgical medical and/or<br>surgical conditions for which<br>localized thermal therapy (hot<br>or cold) are indicated.<br>Cold/Hot Compression also<br>provide DVT therapy. It is<br>intended to reduce the risk of<br>the formation of deep venous<br>thrombosis (DVT) by aiding<br>blood flow back to the heart via<br>lower extremity limb<br>compression.<br>Cold/Hot Compression is<br>intended to be used by, or on<br>the order of, licensed health<br>care professionals in<br>rehabilitation facilities,<br>outpatient clinics, athletic<br>training settings, and home<br>settings. | The Polar Care Wave System is<br>intended to treat post-surgical<br>and acute injuries to reduce<br>edema, swelling, and pain<br>where cold and compression<br>are indicated. It is intended to<br>be used by or on the order of<br>licensed healthcare<br>professionals in hospitals,<br>outpatient clinics, athletic<br>training settings, or home<br>settings. | The subject device has<br>the Indications for Use<br>covered by the primary<br>predicate device, and<br>also substantially<br>equivalent to the<br>predicate device. |
| Intended Users | Health Care Professionals and | Health Care Professionals and | Health Care Professionals and | Identical |
| Age range of the target<br>population | lay users (under prescription)<br>Adult; children and the elderly<br>should only use the product<br>under direct supervision of a<br>medical professional | lay users (under prescription)<br>Adult; children and the elderly<br>should only use the product<br>under direct supervision of a<br>medical professional | lay users (under prescription)<br>Adult; children and the elderly<br>should only use the product<br>under direct supervision of a<br>medical professional | Identical |
| Prescription or OTC | Prescription | Prescription | Prescription | Identical |
| Power Source(s) | 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz | 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz | 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz | Identical |
| Compliance with<br>Voluntary Standards? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Identical |
| Electrical Safety<br>Mechanical Safety<br>Chemical Safety<br>Thermal Safety<br>Radiation Safety? | Yes | Yes | Yes | Identical |
| Therapy | Cold and Compression<br>Work together or independently | Cold, Heat, Contrast and<br>Compression | Cold and Compression<br>Work together or independently | The subject device has<br>the therapy covered by<br>the primary predicate<br>device, and also<br>identical to the<br>predicate device. The<br>difference between the<br>subject device and the<br>primary predicate<br>device is the former<br>does not provide heat or<br>contrast therapy. |
| Cold Therapy | 45°F - 55°F | Default: 50°F<br>Custom: 41°F-55°F<br>Default, continuous: 50°F<br>Custom, continuous: 41°F-50°F | 45°F - 60°F | Equivalent Note 1 |
| Heat Therapy | Not Available | Default: 105°F<br>Custom: 105°F-109°F<br>Default, continuous: 105°F<br>Custom, continuous: 105°F-109°F | Not Available | Identical to the<br>predicate device. The<br>difference between the<br>subject device and the<br>primary predicate<br>device is the former<br>does not provide heat or<br>contrast therapy. |
| Compression Setting | 0 - 60 mmHg | Compression Therapy Alternate<br>mode: 15 -75 mm Hg<br>Compression Therapy Continuous<br>mode: 15 -75 mm Hg | Available in two levels<br>Low (0-25 mmHg)<br>Regular (0-50 mmHg) | Equivalent Note 2 |
| Reservoir Fluid<br>Capacity | 620 mL | 350 mL | Not Available | Different, but it will not<br>raise any new issue of<br>the safety or<br>effectiveness. |
| Recommended<br>Coolant | Tap Water | 90% Distilled Water,<br>10% Isopropyl Alcohol | Tap Water | Identical to the<br>predicate device. The<br>difference between the<br>subject device and the<br>primary predicate<br>device is the former<br>does not provide heat or<br>contrast therapy. |
| Water Cooling Source | Ice | Vapor compression | Ice | Identical to the<br>predicate device. The<br>difference between the<br>subject device and the<br>primary predicate<br>device is the former<br>does not provide heat or<br>contrast therapy. |
| User Interface | Keypad with indicator lights or | Touch Screen | Keypad with indicator lights | Different from the |
| | LCD screen | | | primary predicate |
| Dimensions | L235xW235xH280mm | L295xW285xH295 mm | Not Available | device and similar to<br>the predicate device. It<br>will not raise any new<br>issue of the safety or<br>effectiveness.<br>Different. The<br>difference of<br>dimensions does not<br>change the product<br>performance or<br>parameters, which will<br>not raise any new issue<br>of the safety or<br>effectiveness. |
| Weight Approx. | 2.4kg | 8.2kg | Not Available | Different. The<br>difference of weight<br>does not change the<br>product performance or<br>parameters, which will<br>not raise any new issue<br>of the safety or<br>effectiveness. |
| Types of Garments | Various anatomical thermal<br>garments for: Back,<br>Elbow/Universal,<br>Shoulder, Knee, Ankle, Hip. | Various anatomical thermal<br>garments for: Back, Elbow,<br>Shoulder, Knee, Ankle, Hip.<br>DVT Garments: Calf and Foot | Various anatomical thermal<br>garments for: Back, Universal,<br>Shoulder, Knee, Foot/Ankle,<br>Hip. | The subject device has<br>the garments covered<br>by the primary<br>predicate device, and<br>also substantially<br>equivalent to the<br>predicate device. |
| Biocompatibility of<br>Patient Contacting<br>Material | Biocompatible | Biocompatible | Biocompatible | Identical |
| Sterile/Non-Sterile | Non-sterile | Non-sterile | Non-sterile | Identical |
| Cleaning Disinfection<br>Validation of Labeling | Yes | Yes | Yes | Identical |
| Operational and<br>Environmental<br>Conditions | - Normal working ambient<br>temperature: 5~40°C<br>- Normal working ambient<br>humidity: 15%~90%<br>- Store and transport ambient<br>temperature: -25~70°C<br>- Store and transport ambient<br>humidity: 10~90%<br>- Atmospheric pressure:<br>70~106kPa | - Normal working ambient<br>temperature: 16~27°C<br>- Normal working ambient<br>humidity: Below 60%<br>- Store and transport ambient<br>temperature: 1~50°C<br>- Store and transport ambient<br>humidity: Below 60%<br>- Atmospheric pressure:<br>70~106kPa | - Normal working ambient<br>temperature: 5~40°C<br>- Normal working ambient<br>humidity: 15%~90%<br>- Store and transport ambient<br>temperature: -25~70°C<br>- Store and transport ambient<br>humidity: 10~90%<br>- Atmospheric pressure:<br>70~106kPa | Identical to the<br>predicate device. The<br>difference between the<br>subject device and the<br>primary predicate<br>device is the former<br>does not provide heat or<br>contrast therapy. |
Table 1. Comparison between the subject device and the predicate device
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Equivalent Note 1: The temperature range of cold therapy for the subject device is within that of the primary predicate device and the predicate device. In addition, the temperature of cold therapy for both the subject and predicate devices can be adjusted and determined by the health care professionals or on the order of health care professionals. Therefore, the temperature difference of cold therapy between the subject and predicate devices is insignificant. Such a difference between the subject and predicate devices does not raise any new issues of safety or effectiveness.
Equivalent Note 2: The pressure range of compression therapy for the subject device is within that of the primary predicate device, and is slightly higher than that of the predicate device. In addition, the pressure level can be adjusted and determined for both the subject device and the predicate device by the health care professionals or on the order of health care professionals. Therefore, the difference of compression pressure between the subject and predicate devices is insignificant. Such a difference between the subject device and the predicate device does not raise any new issues of safety or effectiveness.
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## 6. Substantial Equivalence
As discussed above and shown in the above table, the subject device in this submission has the identical or similar performance and parameter to the predicate device. And the differences between the subject device and the predicate device do not raise any new issues of safety or effectiveness. Also, the differences between the subject and predicate devices do not affect the intended use or alter the fundamental technology of the device. There are no new safety or effectiveness issues concerning the subject device, which offers substantially equivalent technical specifications, features, intended use, safety, and effectiveness to the predicate device.
Identical to the predicate device, the subject device has multiple and visual safety alarms built into the system, including low pressure alarm and low battery alarm. The microprocessor and pump units can be powered by the internal rechargeable battery, or can be connected to the main AC power line (through the battery charger / AC adaptor). The skin contact components and materials of the subject device are identical to those of the predicate device in formulation, suppliers, processing, and geometry and no other chemicals have been added (e.g., plasticizers, fillers, color additives, cleaning agents, mold release agents, etc.). Therefore, there is no issue or concern of biocompatibility.
## 7. Non-Clinical Tests Performed
Non-clinical tests were performed on the subject device in validate the design and to assure conformance with the following voluntary design standards in connection with medical device electrical safety, and electromagnetic compatibility.
- (a) IEC 60601-1 "Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance (IEC 60601-1)".
- (b) IEC 60601-1-2 "Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1-2: General Requirements for Basic Safety and Essential Performance - Collateral standard: Electromagnetic Compatibility - Requirements and Tests".
## 8. Clinical Testing
Clinical testing was not needed in support of this 510(k) application.
## 9. Conclusion
The tests and comparison performed demonstrate the subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device. Therefore, the subject device is as safe and effective as the predicate device that has been legally marketed in the United States.
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