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HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2106-2016·Announced 2016-07-06

Medical Depot Aluminum Crutches Recalled Due to Tip Failure

Medical Depot Inc. is recalling 123,125 pairs of Direct Supply aluminum crutches because the metal tips may fail.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural failure of a medical device used for mobility, posing a risk of falls and injury, but no specific injuries or illnesses are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Medical Depot Inc. is recalling 123,125 pairs of Direct Supply aluminum crutches, adult size, item number DS 10400. The recall involves a nationwide distribution of the product.

The recall is being conducted because the tip of the crutch, specifically the bottom of the metal portion that comes into contact with the ground, may fail. This defect could compromise the stability of the crutch while in use.

Consumers who have purchased these crutches should stop using them immediately. The source text does not provide specific instructions for returns or refunds, but users should contact the recalling firm for further guidance.

The recalled product

Product
Direct Supply aluminum crutch, adult, 1 pair per case Aid the user in walking while relieving weight from one foot or leg.
Manufacturer
Medical Depot Inc.
Category
Medical Device — Mobility Aids
Hazard
Affected units
123,125

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Item #: DS 10400

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 6 recalled by Medical Depot Inc. under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

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