{"product_id":"retractable-10g-monofilament","title":"Retractable 10g Monofilament","description":"\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUse to test loss of sensation, vibration perception, application of warmth and cold, and nerve conduction in personal or professional clinical environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlace the filament on the skin of the user, usually the feet, to perform a variety of sensation tests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClean with an alcohol swab between patients and do not autoclave to prevent damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen not in use, store at room temperature in your medical cabinet, drawer, or bedside table\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSold individually and measures 5.07 in size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRetractable Monofilament\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 5.07 monofilament is primarily indicated for testing the feet of diabetic patients for loss of protective sensation associated with peripheral neuropathy. Patients who are unable to feel the pressure of the applied 5.07 filament should be considered at risk of developing pressure or neuropathic ulcers and should be referred to a specialist for further assessment. During use, never use on ulcerated or necrotic tissue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMonofilament Testing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonofilament testing is an inexpensive, effective, and portable option for testing the loss of protective sensation. Use this monofilament to test those with peripheral neuropathy. Peripheral neuropathy is the loss of sensation and increases the risk of ulceration of the feet. This loss of sensation typically occurs in patients with diabetes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRetractable Safety Feature\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Retractable Monofilament is excellent for personal and professional monofilament testing. Simply retract when not in use to take with you on the go or for easy storage purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Performance Health","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41018794999878,"sku":"081599505","price":58.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/5659\/7062\/files\/b07cj64m6d_1.webp?v=1705931737","url":"https:\/\/medute.com\/products\/retractable-10g-monofilament","provider":"Medute","version":"1.0","type":"link"}