The NormaTec Pulse Rx 2.0 and Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 are intended to apply pressure to the extremities to treat: Iymphedema and other edematous conditions, including congenital lymphedema praecox, and lymphedema tarda), post-mastectorny lymphedema, post-infection lymphedema, post-surgical lyphedema, post-radiation treatment lymphedema, venous insufficiency, venous stasis ulceration, and to prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis.
Device Story
Compressible limb sleeve system; simulates manual kneading/stroking via inflatable pressure cuffs. Inputs: user-defined pressure/time settings via device interface or Bluetooth-connected mobile app. Operation: microprocessor-controlled compressor/valve system sequentially inflates appliance cells. Output: pneumatic compression therapy. Used in home, hospital, or clinical settings by patients or healthcare providers. App mimics device interface; does not alter therapy or unlock features. Benefits: manages edema, improves venous circulation, prevents DVT.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Verification and validation activities confirmed performance, functionality, and reliability against defined requirements and predicate specifications.
Technological Characteristics
Compressible limb sleeve; 15 VDC power supply (IEC 60601-1) or internal lithium-ion battery (IEC 62133). Materials: 200 denier nylon with polyurethane laminate/extrusion; molded ABS enclosure (94V0). Sequential gradient, peristaltic, and pulsing inflation cycles. Connectivity: Bluetooth (ANSI C63.27-2017). Standards: ES 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-1-11.
Indications for Use
Indicated for adults with lymphedema and edematous conditions (congenital, post-mastectomy, post-infection, post-traumatic, post-surgical, post-radiation), venous insufficiency, venous stasis ulceration, and for DVT prevention.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A compressible limb sleeve is a device that is used to prevent pooling of blood in a limb by inflating periodically a sleeve around the limb.
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Submission Summary (Full Text)
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December 21, 2018
NormaTec Industries, LP % Mark Job Responsible Third Party Official Regulatory Technology Services, LLC 1394 25th Street, Nw Buffalo, Minnesota 55313
Re: K183328
Trade/Device Name: Pulse Rx 2.0, Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.5800 Regulation Name: Compressible limb sleeve Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: JOW Dated: November 27, 2018 Received: November 30, 2018
Dear Mark Job:
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 (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You mav, 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 located 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.
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requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/CombinationProducts/GuidanceRegulatoryInformation/ucm597488.html; good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (OS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportaProblem/default.htm.
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Sincerely.
Fernando Aguel Fernando Aguel -S
for Bram D. Zuckerman, M.D. Director Division of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known)
#### K183328
Device Name Pulse Rx 2.0, Pulse Pro Rx 2.0
#### Indications for Use (Describe)
The NormaTec Pulse Rx 2.0 and Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 are intended to apply pressure to the extremities to treat: Iymphedema and other edematous conditions, including congenital lymphedema praecox, and lymphedema tarda), post-mastectorny lymphedema, post-infection lymphedema, post-surgical lyphedema, post-radiation treatment lymphedema, venous insufficiency, venous stasis ulceration, and to prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis.
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# NormaTec Industries, LP
| 480 Pleasant Street<br>Suite A200<br>Watertown MA 02472 | Tel – 800.355.0960<br>Fax - 866.279.2579 |
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| Official Contact: | Albert G Sanford, Quality Systems and Regulatory Manager |
| Proprietary or Trade<br>Name: | Pulse Rx 2.0 and Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 |
| Common/Usual Name: | Compressible limb sleeve |
| Classification Code and<br>Name: | 21 CFR 870.5800 Compressible Limb Sleeve<br>Product Code: JOW<br>Class II |
| Device Name: | Pulse Rx 2.0, and Pulse Rx 2.0 |
| Predicate Device: | K161346 – NormaTec PCD-B and NormaTec PCD-T |
# Device Description
The NormaTec Pulse Rx 2.0 and Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 are Compressible Limb Sleeves (Product Code "JOW"). They simulate manual kneading and stroking of tissues by use of an inflatable pressure cuff. The devices are powered by an external IEC 60601-1 Power Supply and can also be powered by an internal IEC 62133-compliant lithium-ion battery.
The user interface on the Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 model is 4.3" color TFT Screen with capacitive sensor (similar to a Smartphone). The user interface on the Pulse Rx 2.0 model is 4.3" color LCD screen with smart switches. There is no difference in function between the two interface technologies, they are offered for marketing differentiation and user preferences. The user interface provides for:
- Starting and stopping the massage treatment; .
- . Adjusting time and intensity (pressure) of the treatment.
In addition to the user interface on the devices, the proposed devices have Bluetooth capability that allows the use of a NormaTec app to control the Bluetooth app mimics the device interface graphics and buttons. allowing the user to use a compatible Android or iOS phone to control device functions just as if they were using the interface on the device. The app functionality is limited to mimicking the device interface and does not provide or unlock any additional features or alter the therapy provided by the device.
Intended User
Rx Only
### Patient Population
Adults
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### Indications for Use
The NormaTec Pulse Rx 2.0 and Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 are Compressible Limb Sleeves intended to apply pressure to the extremities to treat Lymphedema and other edematous conditions, including:
- Congenital lymphedema (Millroy's disease, lymphedema praecox, and lymphedema tarda) .
- Post-mastectomy lymphedema .
- Post-infection lymphedema •
- Post-traumatic lymphedema .
- Post-surgical lymphedema .
- Post-radiation-treatment lymphedema .
- Venous insufficiency .
- Venous stasis ulceration .
and to prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis
### Intended Use Environment:
Home, hospital, and other healthcare settings.
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# Table 5.1 – Table of Device Comparisons and Differences
| | Predicate Devices | Proposed New Devices | Comment |
|---------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Model Name<br>510(k) Number | NormaTec PCD-B and NormaTec PCD-T 510(k) K161346 | NormaTec Pulse Rx 2.0 and Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 510(k) TBD | N/A |
| Manufacturer | NormaTec Industries, LP | Same | N/A |
| Prescriptive | Yes | Same | N/A |
| Indications for use | The NormaTec PCD-B and PCD-T are<br>compressible limb sleeves intended to<br>apply pressure to the extremities to treat<br>Lymphedema and other edematous<br>conditions, including:<br>Congenital lymphedema (Millroy's disease, lymphedema praecox, and lymphedema tarda) Post-mastectomy lymphedema Post-infection lymphedema Post-traumatic lymphedema Post-surgical lymphedema Post-radiation-treatment lymphedema Venous insufficiency Venous stasis ulceration and to prevent Deep Vein Thrombosis | Same | N/A |
| Intended Use<br>Environment | Home, hospital, and other healthcare<br>settings. | Same | N/A |
| Power Source(s) | 15 VDC via an IEC 60601-1<br>compliant power supply (100- 240 VAC<br>input).<br>Optional internal battery. | 15 VDC via an IEC 60601-1<br>compliant power supply (100- 240 VAC<br>input).<br>Integrated rechargeable battery | N/A |
| | Predicate Devices | Proposed New Devices | Comment |
| Software / Firmware<br>Micro-processor<br>Control | Microprocessor | Same | N/A |
| Technology | Compressor and valve system that<br>sequentially inflates cells of appliance | Compressor and valve system that<br>sequentially inflates cells of appliance.<br>Bluetooth communication ability. | Proposed devices incorporate a certified<br>Bluetooth module to allow using a<br>NormaTec app as a user interface. |
| Compliance with<br>Voluntary standards | ES 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-<br>1-11 | ES 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-<br>1-11, and ANSI C63.27-2017. | The proposed devices comply with one<br>additional standard: ANSI C63.27-2017 |
| Device Pressure<br>Range | Same | Same | N/A |
| Treatment Time | Stays on until the user turns it off or can<br>be set up to turn off in a range of 10 to<br>175 minutes | Stays on until the user turns it off or can<br>be set up to turn off in a range of 10<br>minutes to continuous | N/A |
| Inflation/Deflation<br>Cycle Type | Sequential Gradient, Peristaltic and<br>Pulsing | Same | N/A |
| Appliance Contact<br>Surface Material | 200 denier nylon with a polyurethane<br>laminate/extrusion | Same | N/A |
| Number of Inflatable<br>appliance segments | 5 or less | Same | N/A |
| Weight | 3.6 pounds (incl. battery) | Same | N/A |
| Dimensions<br>(W x H x D) | 4" x 5" x 9" | 4.4" x 3.8" x 8.1" | N/A |
| Housing Materials<br>and Constructions | Molded ABS enclosure (94V0) | Same | N/A |
| Patient contact | Non-conductive appliances | Same | N/A |
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Premarket Notification 510(k) Section 5 – 510(k) Summary
## NormaTec Pulse Rx 2.0 and Pulse Pro Rx 2.0
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# Differences Between Models
| Characteristic | Pulse Rx 2.0 | Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 |
|------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------|------------------|
| Power On - The system recalls and displays the last used settings for: | | |
| Treatment time | X | X |
| Treatment mode | X | X |
| Therapy mode | | |
| Rehab mode - Recalls zone focus | X | X |
| Custom - recalls all settings | | |
| Recovery Flush | | |
| Appliance Type | N/A | X |
| Power Level | X | X |
| Number of zones | X | X |
| Rest time | X | X |
| Time | | |
| Add time | | |
| Before treatment | X | X |
| During treatment | | |
| Decrease time | | |
| Before treatment | X | X |
| During treatment | | |
| Continuous mode | X | X |
| Counter | | |
| Count down - 1 second increments | X | X |
| Count up (continuous mode) - 1 second increments | | |
| Compliance - Trip meter - reset by User | N/A | X |
| Chronometer Odometer - cannot be reset by User | X | X |
| Pressure | | |
| Increase level | | |
| Before treatment | X | X |
| During treatment | | |
| Decrease level | | |
| Before treatment | X | X |
| During treatment | | |
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| Section 5 - 510(k) Summary | |
|----------------------------|--|
| | |
| Characteristic | Pulse Rx 2.0 | Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 |
|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------|------------------|
| Treatment Mode – Can ONLY be changed before treatment begins | | |
| NormaTec Pulse | X | X |
| Sequential | X | X |
| Rest Time | | |
| View or change rest time – before treatment | X | X |
| # of Zones | | |
| Change number of zones – before treatment | X | X |
| Treatment | | |
| Starting | X | X |
| Pause | X | X |
| Un-pause | X | X |
| End – If timer reaches 0:0000, treatment will continue until Rest period<br>is reached. The user is given options to either:<br>Add time<br>Continue until cycle is finished<br>Quit | X | X |
| Remote operation via Bluetooth app | X | X |
| Battery Charging | | |
| Displays battery level | X | X |
| Displays when battery is charging | X | X |
| Power off | | |
| No treatment in process | X | X |
| Treatment is process | X | X |
| Appliance type | | |
| Select appliance – boot, arm, hip<br>NOTE: If hip appliance is selected, treatment mode defaults to 2-zone<br>treatment | X | X |
| Therapy Mode | | |
| Recovery Flush<br>Preset NormaTec PULSE time / PULSE pressure values<br>Appliance type applicable - boot, arm, hip | N/A | X |
| Rehab<br>Preset NormaTec PULSE time / PULSE pressure values<br>Leg appliance – Foot/ankle, calf, knee, lower quad, upper quad<br>Arm appliance – Hand/wrist, forearm, elbow, bicep, shoulder<br>Hip appliance - Quadriceps, hip | N/A | X |
| Characteristic | Pulse Rx 2.0 | Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 |
| Custom Settings<br>Allows user to program NormaTec PULSE pressure and time values for<br>each zone<br>Pressure range – 30-110 mmHg, user can select in 10 mmHg<br>increments<br>Time range - 15 seconds to 4 minutes, user can select in 15 second<br>increments | N/A | X |
| Display Settings Adjustment | | |
| Brightness controls | N/A | X |
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# Determination of Substantial Equivalence
The NormaTec Pulse Rx 2.0 and Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 are substantially equivalent to currently marketed and cleared devices NormaTec PCD-B and NormaTec PCD-T 510(k) K161346 because:
### Indications for Use
The NormaTec Pulse Rx 2.0 and Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 indications for use are identical to the predicate device, NormaTec PCD-B and NormaTec PCD-T 510(k) K161346.
### Prescriptive
The NormaTec Pulse Rx 2.0, Pulse Pro Rx 2.0, and the predicate (K161346) are Rx devices.
### Design, Technology, and Principle of Operation
The NormaTec Pulse Rx 2.0 and Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 have equivalent design and features when compared to the predicate and have the equivalent technology to the predicate. NormaTec PCD-B and NormaTec PCD-T 510(k) K161346.
The proposed devices have Bluetooth capability that allows the use of a NormaTec app to control the device. The Bluetooth app mimics the device interface graphics and buttons, allowing the user to use a compatible Android or iOS phone to control device functions just as if they were using the interface on the device. The app functionality is limited to mimicking the device interface and does not provide or unlock any additional features or alter the therapy provided by the device.
### Performance and Specifications
The NormaTec Pulse Rx 2.0 and Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 have equivalent specifications of performance when compared to the predicate. NormaTec PCD-B and PCD-T 510(k) K161346.
### Compliance with Standards
The predicate devices are compliant with AAM ANSI ES60601-1-2, and IEC 60601-1-11.
The NormaTec Pulse Rx 2.0 and Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 comply with AAMI ANSI ES60601-1. IEC 60601-1-2. IEC 60601-1-11, and ANSI C63.27-2017.
### Materials
The patient-contacting materials of the Pulse Rx 2.0 and Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 are the inflatable appliances that are identical to the predicate, NormaTec PCD-B and PCD-T 510(k) K161346.
### Intended Use Environment
Home, hospital, and other healthcare settings, which are identical to the predicate.
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### Features
The NormaTec Pulse Rx 2.0 and Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 have equivalent features when compared to the predicate, NormaTec PCD-B and PCD-T 510(k) K161346.
## Conclusion
The NormaTec Pulse Rx 2.0 and Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 are substantially equivalent to the predicate, NormaTec PCD-B and PCD-T 510(k) K161346 in:
- Patient population, .
- Environment of use, .
- Technology characteristics, .
- . Materials,
- Specifications / performance, and .
- . Compliance with international standards.
The inclusion of the Bluetooth capability and associated app does not affect the proposed devices and the predicate. The app functions only as an alternative user interface. No additional features are provided or unlocked by the app. Nor is the therapy provided by the devices affected by using the app.
Other minor differences as detailed in the substantial equivalence table do not raise questions of safety and effectiveness.
### Indications for Use
The NormaTec Pulse Rx 2.0 and Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 Indications for Use and Contraindications are identical to the predicate device, NormaTec PCD-T and NormaTec PCD-B 510(k) K161346.
Verification and Validation activities required that establish the performance, functionality, and reliability characteristics of the NormaTec Pulse Rx 2.0 and Pulse Pro Rx 2.0 with respect to the predicate were performed. Testing performed demonstrated that the proposed devices meet defined requirements and performance claims.
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