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- Subpart B—Physical Medicine Diagnostic DevicesCFR Sub-Part
- Subpart D—Physical Medicine Prosthetic DevicesCFR Sub-Part
- Subpart E—Surgical DevicesCFR Sub-Part
- Subpart F—Neurological Therapeutic DevicesCFR Sub-Part
- Subpart F—Physical Medicine Therapeutic DevicesCFR Sub-Part
- MOCCushion, Flotation, Therapeutic2Product Code
- IMGStimulator, Ultrasound And Muscle, For Use In Applying Therapeutic Deep Heat2Product Code
- IMIUltrasonic Diathermy For Use In Applying Therapeutic Deep Heat2Product Code
- IMJDiathermy, Shortwave, For Use In Applying Therapeutic Deep Heat2Product Code
- QOLElectroencephalography (Eeg)-Driven Upper Extremity Powered Exerciser2Product Code
- QRAVirtual Reality Behavioral Therapy Device For Pain Relief2Product Code
- BXBExerciser, Powered1Product Code
- EGJDevice, Iontophoresis, Other Uses2Product Code
- HPHDiathermy, Microwave, For Use Other Than Applying Therapeutic Deep Heat3Product Code
- IKWUtensil, Homemaking1Product Code
- IKXAid, Transfer1Product Code
- IKZBed, Patient Rotation, Powered2Product Code
- ILCUtensil, Eating1Product Code
- ILDAdaptor, Dressing1Product Code
- ILJBath, Hydro-Massage2Product Code
- ILKTransport, Patient, Powered2Product Code
- ILMBath, Sitz, Powered2Product Code
- ILOPack, Hot Or Cold, Water Circulating2Product Code
- ILSAdaptor, Hygiene1Product Code
- ILTAdaptor, Recreational1Product Code
- ILWAdaptor, Grooming1Product Code
- ILXDiathermy, Shortwave, For Use Other Than Applying Therapeutic Deep Heat2Product Code
- ILYLamp, Infrared, Therapeutic Heating2Product Code
- ILZAccessories, Traction1Product Code
- IMAPack, Heat, Moist1Product Code
- IMBCabinet, Moist Steam2Product Code
- IMCBath, Paraffin2Product Code
- IMDPack, Hot Or Cold, Disposable1Product Code
- IMEPack, Hot Or Cold, Reusable1Product Code
- IMFUnit, Chilling1Product Code
- INXBed, Air Fluidized2Product Code
- INYBed, Patient Rotation, Manual1Product Code
- IOADiathermy, Microwave, For Use In Applying Therapeutic Deep Heat2Product Code
- IOBLamp, Infrared, Non Heating2Product Code
- IODComponents, Exercise1Product Code
- IOEBars, Parallel, Exercise1Product Code
- IOGTreadmill, Mechanical1Product Code
- IOLTreadmill, Powered1Product Code
- IONExerciser, Non-Measuring1Product Code
- IOQBed, Flotation Therapy, Powered2Product Code
- IPFStimulator, Muscle, Powered2Product Code
- IRNDevice, Warning, Overload, External Limb, Powered2Product Code
- IROVibrator, Therapeutic1Product Code
- IRPMassager, Powered Inflatable Tube2Product Code
- IRQUnit, Heating, Powered1Product Code
- IRRBars, Parallel, Powered1Product Code
- IRSHead Halter, Traction1Product Code
- IRTPad, Heating, Powered2Product Code
- ISAMassager, Therapeutic, Electric1Product Code
- ISDExerciser, Measuring2Product Code
- ITHEquipment, Traction, Powered2Product Code
- JFAExerciser, Finger, Powered1Product Code
- JFBTable, Physical Therapy, Multi Function2Product Code
- KNLBoard, Scooter, Prone1Product Code
- KNMDevice, Pressure Applying1Product Code
- KTBDevice, Iontophoresis, Specific Uses2Product Code
- KTCBath, Sitz, Nonpowered1Product Code
- LBGDevice, Fluidized Therapy, Dry Heat2Product Code
- LSBUnit, Fluidotherapy2Product Code
- LXFDiathermy, Ultrasonic, For Use Other Than Applying Therapeutic Deep Heat3Product Code
- LXJInteractive Rehabilitation Exercise Devices2Product Code
- LYGMassager, Therapeutic, Manual1Product Code
- MPOInfant Heel Warmer (Chemical Heat Pack)1Product Code
- NGXStimulator, Muscle, Powered, For Muscle Conditioning2Product Code
- NHNPowered Light Based Laser Non-Thermal Instrument With Non-Heating Effect For Adjunctive Use In Pain Therapy2Product Code
- NYYStimulator, Muscle, Powered, With Limited Output, For Rehabilitation2Product Code
- NYZStimulator, Muscle, Powered, With Limited Output, For Muscle Conditioning2Product Code
- OMWAdhesive Backed Thermal Skin Patches1Product Code
- OSDMassager, Therapeutic, To Internally Massage Trigger Points In The Pelvic Floor Musculature2Product Code
- PCDPowered Stairway Chair Lift2Product Code
- PFWStationary Ultrasonic Diathermy Device For Use In Applying Therapeutic Deep Heat2Product Code
- PHWCold Pack And Vibrating Massager1Product Code
- PKSExerciser, Non-Measuring For Stroke Rehabilitation1Product Code
- PQYNonthermal Shortwave Therapy Device Indicated For Over The Counter Use For The Treatment Of Pain2Product Code
- QKCInteractive Rehabilitation Exercise Device, Prescription Use2Product Code
- QKDMassager, Therapeutic, To Internally Massage Trigger Points In The Pelvic Floor Musculature, Prescription Use2Product Code
- QTCAdult Portable Bed Rails For Medical Purposes1Product Code
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Adhesive Backed Thermal Skin Patches
- Page Type
- Product Code
- Definition
- Pain relief heat patches for temporary relief of muscular and joint pian assoiciated with arthritis, simple backache, muscle strains and sprains.External use only. Not on damaged skin or open sores. Do no use under the age of 12. Do use on people who are not able to feel pain. Patch is applied directly to site of pain over intact skin for up to 8 hours but not more than once in a 24 hour period. Do not use more than 7 days. Over the counter device. No prescription. Do not sleep on or put pressure on heat patch for extended period of time. Do not use with any creams or oils. Can remove body hair upon patch removal due to adhesive. Can cause burns.
- Physical State
- MFR must identify if there are any iron or metal components or filings to avoid incompatibility with MRI. See March 2009 CDER advisory on metal backed patches and MRI. Not for face or head.
- Technical Method
- Heat patches provide portable heat, are non-medicated. Heat is air-activated. Provides up to 8 hours of continous warmth. Patches are designed to stay in place all day.
- Target Area
- Use over site of pain on any external body part with the exception of face or head.
- Regulation Medical Specialty
- Physical Medicine
- Review Panel
- Physical Medicine
- Submission Type
- 510(K) Exempt
- Device Classification
- Class 1
- Regulation Number
- 890.5710
- GMP Exempt?
- No
- Summary Malfunction Reporting
- Eligible
- Implanted Device
- No
- Life-Sustain/Support Device
- No
- Third Party Review
- Not Third Party Eligible
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CFR § 890.5710 Hot or cold disposable pack
§ 890.5710 Hot or cold disposable pack.
(a) Identification. A hot or cold disposable pack is a device intended for medical purposes that consists of a sealed plastic bag incorporating chemicals that, upon activation, provides hot or cold therapy for body surfaces.
(b) Classification. Class I (general controls). Except when intended for use on infants, the device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to § 890.9.
[48 FR 53047, Nov. 23, 1963, as amended at 65 FR 2322, Jan. 14, 2000]