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- Page 1 V E RASE NS E U SE R GUIDE 09/2016 OS-VS-16-5050 Rev. 1...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
LinkStation MINI & Transceiver Overview Balance Soft-Tissue LinkStation MINI Evaluation Kit VERASENSE Re-Zero Load & Transceiver Overview Kinetic Tracking* VERASENSE Software Application Overview Cementing Getting Started Shutting Down VERASENSE Transceiver Setup Shutting Down the LinkStation MINI Wifi Setup & Selection Warning &... -
Page 4: Verasense Overview
VERASENSE enables surgeons to As a result, patients whose knees have been balanced through the use of quantify ligament balance and VERASENSE show statistically significant improvements in joint function, pain, improves surgeon skill through activity level and patient satisfaction. real-time, evidence-based data. -
Page 5: Linkstation Mini & Transceiver Overview
Storage Basket VERASENSE NOTE Medical Grade Power Cord with Power Supply Holster The following accessories are necessary for the operation of the VERASENSE device: VERASENSE Software Application Balanced Rolling Stand Transceiver LinkStation MINI or LinkStation MINI Evaluation Kit 09/2016 OS-VS-16-5050 Rev. 1... -
Page 6: Linkstation Mini Evaluation Kit
Transceiver Tripod Stand Medical Grade Power Cord with Power Supply (NOT DISPLAYED) NOTE The following accessories are necessary for the operation of the VERASENSE device: VERASENSE Software Application Transceiver LinkStation MINI or LinkStation MINI Evaluation Kit 09/2016 OS-VS-16-5050 Rev. 1... - Page 7 V E RAS E N S E S OF T WA RE AP PLIC AT ION OV ERVI EW Contact Point Rotation Indicator* Medial/Lateral Indicators Exit VERASENSE Software Application Options Menu Center of Load Kinetic Tracking* Indicators* Re-Zero VERASENSE Load Values Positional Data •...
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Page 8: Getting Started
To turn on the LinkStation MINI, press the power button located on the left side of the Display Unit. LINKSTATION MINI STEP 2 The VERASENSE Software Application will automatically startup once the Display Unit is powered on. STEP 3 The plug-shaped AC/DC Power indicator on the bottom left of the screen... -
Page 9: Transceiver Setup
LED (4) 1. LED (1) and LED (2) indicate communication between the Transceiver and . Communication is optimal when VERASENSE both LEDs are illuminated. 2. LED (3) and LED (4) indicate the Transceiver is powered on. 09/2016 OS-VS-16-5050 Rev. 1... -
Page 10: Wifi Setup & Selection
= WIFI Connected = WIFI Not Connected STEP 1 Select the WIFI button to connect the VERASENSE Software Application to a wireless network or to acknowledge a network access policy for a connected (green) network. • On the WIFI Network Configuration Screen, a list will populate with the names of all available networks. - Page 11 WIF I S ET UP & S ELEC T ION SELECTING THE OPEN NETWORK STEP 1 After selecting the appropriate WIFI network, enter the Network Security Key: • Press the KEYBOARD button to open the virtual keyboard. • Select the Network Security Key field and enter key. •...
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Page 12: Surgeon Selection
Touch the text box to open a drop down menu of surgeon names. NOTE: The first name to appear is the surgeon who was selected for the last use of the VERASENSE Software Application. STEP 3 If the surgeon performing the case does not appear, then select “Surgeon Not Listed”... -
Page 13: Verasense Activation
DO NOT REMOVE VERASENSE FROM THE MAGNET UNTIL EACH OF THE FOLLOWING ACTIVATION STEPS OCCURS: • An LED light will illuminate in VERASENSE after approximately one (1) second. The light turns off after approximately four (4) seconds. Active VERASENSE found 1234567890) Connect? •... -
Page 14: Calibration Sequence & Leg Selection
C A L I B RAT ION S EQU EN CE & LEG S ELEC T ION SELECT LATERALITY STEP 1 Once the calibration sequence is complete, the SELECT LEG dialog will appear. STEP 2 Press either LEFT or RIGHT to match the surgery side. Please wait... -
Page 15: Verify Verasense Activation
VE RIF Y V ER AS EN S E AC T IVAT ION VERIFY VERASENSE ACTIVATION STEP 1 While in sterile pouch, apply pressure to the VERASENSE condylar surfaces and confirm that load displays on the VERASENSE Software Application. STEP 2... -
Page 16: Active Monitoring Screen
ACT IVE MON ITOR IN G SC REEN ACTIVE MONITORING SCREEN AND COMMUNICATION STATUS STEP 1 Once VERASENSE is passed into the sterile field, it is ready for use during the procedure. STEP 2 Position the LinkStation MINI or LinkStation MINI Evaluation Kit as close to the sterile boundary as possible and within direct view of the surgeon. -
Page 17: Verasense Insertion
STEP 2 In a tight knee capsule, it may be necessary to insert the trial tibial baseplate and VERASENSE prior to insertion of the femoral trial. In this instance, reduce the tibia under the femur, then insert the femoral trial. -
Page 18: Referencing Tibia Tray Rotation
Tibiofemoral congruency may be referenced utilizing the displayed “ CONTACT POINTS ” • Depicted as ovals on the medial and lateral compartments on the VERASENSE image.* • Each position is derived from the center of load on the tibia articular surface as calculated by each compartment’s sensors.*... -
Page 19: Assessing Loads
ASS ESS IN G LOADS ASSESSING LOADS AND BALANCE STEP 1 With VERASENSE inserted, the VERASENSE Software Application will display the position (Contact Points*) and magnitude of the applied loads in the medial and lateral compartments. STEP 2 Data is displayed dynamically through a full range of motion. -
Page 20: Calibration Indicators
CA LIB RAT ION IN DIC ATO RS WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: Calibration Indicators are the color bar displays beneath each M/L load value. • Indicate levels of VERASENSE accuracy throughout loading range. Center of Load reference points are a consistent color throughout all loading ranges. -
Page 21: Understanding Balance 2
UND ERSTA N D IN G B ALA N C E UNDERSTANDING BALANCE UNBALANCED (Load Difference = 29 - 4 = 25lbf) CORONAL BALANCE Clinical research suggests a load differential between the medial and lateral compartments of less than or equal to 15 LBF through the range of motion is indicative of coronal plane soft tissue balance.* SAGITTAL BALANCE (CR COMPONENTS) -
Page 22: Balance Soft-Tissue
B A LA N C E S OF T-T I SSU E BALANCE SOFT-TISSUE MCL pie-crusting with an 18-gauge needle Clinical experience combined with information displayed by the VERASENSE Software Application may be used to assist decision making regarding component placement and soft tissue releases to achieve compartmental balance. NOTES... -
Page 23: Verasense Re-Zero Load
MENU ZERO BUTTON Remove loaded VERASENSE and then press the Zero Re-Zero Enabled Button on the VERASENSE Software Application. Re-Zero Completed CAUTION Always be sure no force is being applied to VERASENSE before performing a re-zero! 09/2016 OS-VS-16-5050 Rev. 1... -
Page 24: Kinetic Tracking
• Extension to flexion roll back evaluation, AP drawer test, Int/Ext rotation laxity, etc. STEP 1 Select the Track Button on the VERASENSE Software Application to enable Kinetic Tracking. STEP 2 To clear and disable tracking, click the Track Button again. -
Page 25: Cementing
C EMENT IN G USE OF VERASENSE DURING CEMENTATION VERASENSE can be used during the final cementation process to ensure balance achieved during component trialing is maintained through the end of the procedure. • Ensure proper seating of the components, as even a small amount of residual cement mantle can affect joint balance. -
Page 26: Shutting Down Verasense
VERASENSE connected. STEP 1 Are you sure you want to exit? To turn off VERASENSE when the procedure is complete, press the EXIT button in the top right corner of the Active Monitoring screen. STEP 2 Confirm exit on the pop-up window by pressing OK . The “Shutting down VERASENSE”... -
Page 27: Shutting Down The Linkstation Mini
SHUTTING DOWN THE LINKSTATION MINI AND LINKSTATION MINI EVALUATION KIT LINKSTATION MINI AND LINKSTATION MINI EVALUATION KIT SHUTDOWN After the procedure is complete and VERASENSE has been shut down successfully, shut down the Display Unit by pressing the POWER BUTTON and then selecting OK . -
Page 28: Warning & Dialog Messages
Transceiver cable disconnected during active monitoring. VERASENSE Error during the initial connection with This message will appear if a VERASENSE starting VERASENSE. Typically due to Software Application error has occurred VERASENSE power loss during Transceiver is unplugged! during the initial VERASENSE calibration Please plug it back into a USB port. - Page 29 Multiple VERASENSE found will appear with the active VERASENSE VERASENSE EEPROM data. Typical causes Please select VERASENSE or ‘CANCEL’ to wait for serial number. are due to loss of VERASENSE power a different VERASENSE to become activated.
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Page 30: Troubleshooting
Display Unit and into the USB port on the bottom of the Transceiver. If VERASENSE is showing no load values in the knee, or load • Ensure antennas on the Transceiver are secure and that the values are being shown when it has been removed from the line of sight between the Transceiver and VERASENSE is clear. -
Page 31: Cleaning & Care 3
C LEA NIN G & CA R E CLEANING AND CARE SOLUTIONS TRANSCEIVER The following is a list of chemical cleaning solutions that have Wipe the Transceiver down with 70% isopropyl alcohol wipes been successfully tested on the Display Unit & Roll Stand: after each use. - Page 32 V E R ASE NS E ADDI TION A L FEAT URES 09/2016 OS-VS-16-5050 Rev. 1...
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Page 33: Additional Features
A DD IT ION A L F EAT UR ES OPTIONS MENU Left/Right Leg Selection Open/Close the 10/45/90 Position Capture Table Open OrthoLogIQ Web Portal Open VERASENSE Information Panel Side: Left Device ID: 512193013 Device Type: Zimmer ZMR-NGCRCH-34 Exit Options Panel... -
Page 34: Display Available Menus
A DD IT ION A L F EAT UR ES DISPLAY AVAILABLE MANUALS Exit to VERASENSE Page Up / Opens & Displays Active Monitoring Page Down the appropriate manual Screen Buttons when selected. 09/2016 OS-VS-16-5050 Rev. 1... -
Page 35: Orthologiq Mode ("Iq Mode")
A DD IT ION A L F EAT UR ES ORTHOLOGIQ MODE (“IQ MODE”) Browser Controls Open/Close Exit to VERASENSE Digital Software Application Back/Forward Keyboard If user exits IQ mode, Home browser will minimize and can be reopened with IQ button. -
Page 36: Image & Data Capture
A DD IT ION A L F EAT UR ES IMAGE & DATA CAPTURE TWO WAYS TO CAPTURE SCREEN IMAGES AND DATA The VERASENSE Software Application shows EITHER the Simple Capture Button OR the Position Capture Table SIMPLE CAPTURE POSITION CAPTURE •... -
Page 37: Keyboard Hot-Keys
KEYBOARD HOT KEYS STEP 1 Press the top left corner of the screen to open the digital keyboard. • Works on both the VERASENSE Software Application Activation and Active Monitoring screens. STEP 2 “Hot-keys” have been designated for added features: •... -
Page 38: Technical Specifications
T E CHN IC A L S PEC IF IC AT ION S Display Unit Transceiver Roll Stand (for LinkStation MINI only) P H Y S I C A L Base: 21” (53.3 cm) STORAGE DIMENSIONS & 12.9” x 8.1” x .65” 8.19”... - Page 39 N OT ES 09/2016 OS-VS-16-5050 Rev. 1...
- Page 40 OrthoSensor is the technology leader in the development of intelligent orthopaedic solutions that provide real-time intraoperative data to surgeons and hospitals. OrthoSensor intelligent orthopaedic solutions utilize proprietary sensor technologies with the goal of improving healthcare outcomes and potentially reducing the cost of treating musculoskeletal disease.
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