The ElastiMed's SACS device is a portable and lightweight device intended to provide compression in both sustained and intermittent settings by stimulating blood flow in the legs. The SACS device is intended for: -Aid in the prevention of DVT. -Enhance blood circulation. -Diminish post-operative pain and swelling. -Reduce wound healing time. -Aid in the treatment and healing of stasis dermatitis, venous stasis ulcers, arterial and diabetic leg ulcers, chronic venous insufficiency, chronic lymphedema, and reduction of edema in the lower limbs. As a prophylaxis for DVT by persons expecting to be stationary for long periods of time. -Reduction of edema associated with soft tissue injuries, such as burns, postoperative or postimmobilization edema or ligament sprains. The device can be used in the home or clinical setting.
Device Story
SACS is a portable, battery-powered, limb-worn compression device for home or clinical use. It utilizes three Electro Active Polymer (EAP) straps that stretch and contract via electric charge to mimic muscle contractions, providing sequential compression to the lower limb. A microprocessor-controlled unit manages the compression cycle (2-3 seconds compression, ~24 seconds rest). The device features a one-touch control box with LED indicators, buzzer, and micro-speaker for system/battery status and error notifications. It is intended to stimulate venous blood flow, reduce edema, and aid healing. Patients or clinicians apply the wrap; the device operates autonomously once activated. The sequential compression mimics natural muscle action to improve circulation and reduce venous stasis.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data provided. Non-clinical validation included electrical safety, EMC, software validation, environmental/shipping, life cycle (durability/shelf-life), and performance testing (pressure delivery, geometrical attributes). Results demonstrated performance consistent with predefined requirements.
Technological Characteristics
Portable, battery-powered limb sleeve. Compression via three Electro Active Polymer (EAP) straps. Microprocessor-controlled sequential compression (3 zones). Non-latex fabric casing. Micro-USB charging. Prescription use, non-sterile, single-patient use. Connectivity: None (standalone).
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring compression to stimulate blood flow in legs, including prevention of DVT, enhancement of circulation, reduction of post-operative pain/swelling, wound healing, and treatment of stasis dermatitis, venous/arterial/diabetic ulcers, chronic venous insufficiency, chronic lymphedema, and edema (including post-injury/burn/immobilization).
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A compressible limb sleeve is a device that is used to prevent pooling of blood in a limb by inflating periodically a sleeve around the limb.
Predicate Devices
Recovery Force LLC., RF1400 Active Compression Wrap (K162481)
Reference Devices
Tactile Systems Technology Inc., ActiTouch ACT-Adaptive Compression Therapy System (K131193)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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December 22, 2023
ElastiMed Ltd. % John Smith Partner Hogan Lovells US LLP 555 13th Street NW Washington, District of Columbia 20004
Re: K232300
Trade/Device Name: SACS Regulation Number: 21 CFR 870.5800 Regulation Name: Compressible Limb Sleeve Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: JOW Dated: November 17, 2023 Received: November 17, 2023
Dear John Smith:
We have reviewed your section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (the Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database available at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality System (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, 21 CFR 820.30, Design controls; 21 CFR 820.90, Nonconforming product; and 21 CFR 820.100, Corrective and preventive action. Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QS regulation requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (21 CFR 820.30 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR Part 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reportingcombination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR Parts 1000-1050.
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
For comprehensive regulatory information about mediation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medicaldevices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic. See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-advice-comprehensive-regulatoryassistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).
Sincerely,
# Nicole M. Gillette -S
Nicole Gillette Assistant Director DHT2B: Division of Circulatory Support, Structural and Vascular Devices OHT2: Office of Cardiovascular Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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#### DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES Food and Drug Administration Indications for Use
Form Approved: OMB No. 0910-0120 Expiration Date: 06/30/2023 See PRA Statement below
510(k) Number (if known) K232300
Device Name
SACS
Indications for Use (Describe)
The ElastiMed's SACS device is a portable and lightweight device intended to provide compression in both sustained and intermittent settings by stimulating blood flow in the legs. The SACS device is intended for:
- Aid in the prevention of DVT. -
- Enhance blood circulation. -
- Diminish post-operative pain and swelling. -
- Reduce wound healing time. -
- Aid in the treatment and healing of stasis dermatitis, venous stasis ulcers, arterial and diabetic leg ulcers, chronic venous insufficiency, chronic lymphedema, and reduction of edema in the lower limbs.
- -As a prophylaxis for DVT by persons expecting to be stationary for long periods of time.
- -Reduction of edema associated with soft tissue injuries, such as burns, post-immobilization edema, or ligament sprains.
The device can be used in the home or clinical setting.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
図 Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
□ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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# 510(k) SUMMARY ElastiMed's SACS Device K232300
#### Submitter
ElastiMed Ltd.
HaKidma 7 Yokneam Ilit. 2069236 Israel Tel: +972-74-7036220 Fax: +972-74-7036218 E-mail: omer@elastimed.com
Date Prepared: November 17, 2023
Name of Device: SACS
Common or Usual Name: Compression Device
Classification Name: Sleeve, Limb, Compressible
Requlatory Class: II
Product Code: JOW
C.F.R. Section no .: 21 C.F.R. § 870.5800
Predicate Device:
Recovery Force LLC., RF1400 Active Compression Wrap (K162481)
#### Reference Device:
Tactile Systems Technology Inc., ActiTouch ACT-Adaptive Compression Therapy System (K131193)
#### Device Description
The ElastiMed SACS is a lightweight, portable, rechargeable battery powered device, aiding in the stimulation of blood flow in the lower limb through sequential compression.
The SACS device imbeds three Electro Active Polymer (EAP) straps, that sequentially stretch and contract when stimulated by an electric charge. The timely sequential upward contractions of the straps compress the limb, allowing for the repetitive squeezing and relieving actions that mimic normal muscle contractions. The device is supplied with a rechargeable battery which is incased in the fabric casing, and a microprocessor which is imbedded within the control box, located at the front of the unit. The one touch operation control box also imbeds a buzzer, LED light indicator, micro speaker, and a micro-USB port (for charging). The device can be used in the home or clinical setting.
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# Intended Use / Indications for Use
The ElastiMed's SACS device is a portable and lightweight device intended to provide compression in both sustained and intermittent settings by stimulating blood flow in the legs. The SACS device is intended for:
- -Aid in the prevention of DVT.
- -Enhance blood circulation.
- -Diminish post-operative pain and swelling.
- -Reduce wound healing time.
- -Aid in the treatment and healing of stasis dermatitis, venous stasis ulcers, arterial and diabetic leg ulcers, chronic venous insufficiency, chronic lymphedema, and reduction of edema in the lower limbs.
- As a prophylaxis for DVT by persons expecting to be stationary for long periods of time. -Reduction of edema associated with soft tissue injuries, such as burns, postoperative or postimmobilization edema or ligament sprains.
The device can be used in the home or clinical setting.
# Summary of Technological Characteristics
The SACS device is equivalent to the listed predicate devices in that all devices use a microprocessor to provide intermittent compression to simulate muscle contractions in the lower limbs aiding the return of venous flow.
Like the predicate devices, the SACS device is light-weight, portable, and wraps around the lower limb. Similar to the predicate device, the SACS may be used on one or both legs. When used on both legs, the wraps operate separately.
The predicates and subject devices all have the same intended use and similar indications for use and contraindications. Although the subject device uses a different technology to enable compression (electrical stimulation allowing strap relaxation thus pressure relief; rather than using nitinol phase transition / air delivery through tubing which is used in the predicate devices), the subject device has similar performance characteristics to the predicates in terms of cycle time and applied / on-body pressure. Both the subject device and the predicate devices have three discrete compression zones with similar on-body pressure and cycle times (2-3 seconds of compression, with approximately 24 seconds of rest period before the cycle repeats, i.e., 2 cycles per minute), providing sequential compression, which cannot be changed. In all devices, compression is controlled by a microprocessorcontrolled system having a user interface, which in addition to controlling the system, provides battery and system information (including error notification). All compression systems are encased in soft, non-latex fabrics for patient comfort.
All systems are prescription only, provided non-sterile, and are intended for single patient use. The SACS, like the predicate device is supplied with a rechargeable battery, which can be charged when not in use.
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## Performance Data
Nonclinical validation including electrical safety, EMC, software validation, environmental / shipping, life cycle (durability and shelf-life), and performance testing, verified performance attributes, pressure delivery, geometrical attributes and system durability have shown that the SACS device has performance characteristics consistent with the predefined requirements for the devices' intended and indications for use.
## Conclusions
The ElastiMed SACS device has the same intended use, similar indications for use and performance characteristics as the predicate devices. The results of non-clinical testing demonstrates that the device met all performance requirements. Therefore, the substantially equivalent to the predicate devices
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