Welcome to the EXOGEN Recycling Programme, which allows for recycling of EXOGEN devices that have reached the end of their usage.
How to participate
- To get involved, contact your local Bioventus representative, or email [email protected]. A device collection barrel will be provided to you free of charge. Barrels are small, and easy to store. Two sizes are available:
- 60 L: 39.5 cm wide x 61.5 cm tall
- 120 L: 50 cm wide x 80 cm tall
- When a patient returns an EXOGEN device, note the treatment adherence rate and outcome (for audit purposes). Then place the used device in your collection barrel. Place only the EXOGEN device and charger in the barrel. The user manual can be included in paper recycling, and the carrier tote and gel bottle can be scrapped. Dispose of non-EXOGEN electrical waste separately. Note: If the device is eligible for the EXOGEN Performance Programme, keep the device separate and contact your local Bioventus representative.
- When your collection barrel is full, contact your Bioventus representative to arrange a collection. A replacement collection barrel will be provided at the time of collection.
An annual impact statement detailing the number of devices recycled and the overall environmental impact is available. Contact your EXOGEN territory manager for information.
Summary of Indications for Use
EXOGEN is indicated for the non-invasive treatment of osseous defects (excluding vertebra and skull) that includes the treatment of delayed unions, nonunions,* stress fractures and joint fusion. EXOGEN is also indicated for the acceleration of fresh fracture heal time, repair following osteotomy, repair in bone transport procedures and repair in distraction osteogenesis procedures.
There are no known contraindications for the EXOGEN device. Safety and effectiveness have not been established for individuals lacking skeletal maturity, pregnant or nursing women, patients with cardiac pacemakers, on fractures due to bone cancer, or on patients with poor blood circulation or clotting problems. Some patients may be sensitive to the ultrasound gel.
Full prescribing information can be found in product labeling, at EXOGEN.com, or by calling Bioventus Customer Service.
*A nonunion is considered to be established when the fracture site shows no visibly progressive signs of healing.