The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2326-2012·Announced 2012-09-12

Breg Polar Dressing Recalled for Thickness and Durability Defects

Breg Inc. is recalling Polar Dressing units that are thinner than specified, making them less durable and prone to tearing.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II. The hazard involves a product defect (thickness/durability) and mislabeling without reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity recall.

Plain-English summary

Breg Inc., an Orthofix Company, is recalling 502 units of the Polar Dressing, Knee/MU/Shldr Intelli-Flo-Breg (PN 10630). The product is used with cold therapy pads to provide an insulation barrier between the pad and the patient's skin.

The recall was initiated because the Polar Dressing does not meet the required thickness specifications. The dressing in the sterile pouch measures 0.010 inches instead of the specified 0.020 inches. This reduction in thickness makes the dressing less durable and subject to tearing. The product is also mislabeled.

The affected units are identified by Lot # D101564. The products were distributed nationwide in the USA and in Nova Scotia. Consumers should stop using the affected dressings and contact the manufacturer for further instructions.

The recalled product

Product
Polar Dressing, Knee/MU/Shldr Intelli-Flo-Breg, PN 10630 Used with cold therapy pads to provide insulation barrier between the pad and patient's skin.
Affected units
502

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)

  • Lot # D101564

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.