Contraindications — When Not to Use SoleMend™

Read this before your first session

SoleMend™ uses red (660nm) and near-infrared (850nm) light. This kind of light therapy is generally considered low-risk, but it is not for everyone. This page is educational and is not medical advice — when in doubt, ask your doctor. Your podiatrist will not be offended by the question.

Do not use SoleMend™ if any of these apply, unless your doctor says otherwise

• Pregnancy — safety of light therapy devices has not been established in pregnancy.
• Photosensitizing medication — some antibiotics, retinoids, diuretics, and other drugs make skin react to light. Check the leaflet of every medication you take, or ask your pharmacist.
• Active cancer, or current cancer treatment — do not use light therapy over or near any area affected by cancer without your oncologist's explicit approval.
• Open wounds, sores, or ulcers on the feet — common with diabetes. Have them assessed and healed before using the wraps.
• Photosensitivity disorders (for example lupus-related light sensitivity or porphyria).

Use with extra care

• Diabetes with severe loss of sensation — the wrap's surface temperature is capped so it stays warm rather than hot, but you should still visually check your skin after each session, because your feet may not report irritation on their own.
• Recent tattoos or dark pigmented lesions on the feet — cover or avoid until reviewed by a clinician.

Sensible rules for every user

• Use the wraps seated or resting. They are not made for walking.
• One or two 20-minute sessions a day. More is not better — light dose follows a biphasic response curve.
• Stop and contact us if you notice skin irritation, and ask your doctor if it persists.

Questions? Email support@orlinco.com.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, including peripheral neuropathy.