Stance Phase; Sitting Function; Stance Function - Otto Bock 17KO1 Series Instructions For Use Manual

8.7 Stance phase

8.7.1 Sitting function

When the function is activated, the resistance in the flexion direction while sitting is reduced in addition to the
reduction of resistance in the extension direction. Enable the function by dragging the switch to the right
When the function is activated, it can be turned on/off using the Cockpit app.
If this function has been deactivated by the patient, the information "(deactivated by patient)" appears next to the
switch .

8.7.2 Stance function

The stance function is a functional supplement to the basic mode. This function makes it easier for the patient to
stand on an inclined surface for a longer time. The joint is fixed in the flexion direction at a flexion angle between 5°
and 65°.
Enable the function by dragging the switch to the right
using the Cockpit app.
Once the function is enabled (switch
and a manual lock. Subsequently changing the type of lock using the Cockpit app is not possible.
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If the prerequisites listed in the adjustment app are not met, the corresponding
deviations are displayed. Only after the deviations are corrected can the calib­
ration be started.
• The patient is not standing still
The patient should be standing as still as possible. The support of parallel
bars may help.
Joint not extended enough
•
The patient should independently bring the orthosis to full extension. If this
is not possible, the static alignment has to be corrected (for example by
adjusting the ankle joint).
Component tilted too far forward or backward
•
Check the static orthosis alignment. Make sure the patient is standing
upright and the feet are aligned.
Calibration procedure
1) Tap the "Calibrate" button.
2) Successful calibration is confirmed with the message "Calibration com­
plete".
→ If required (e.g. after changing the static alignment), the calibration can
be repeated by clicking the "Repeat calibration" button again.
Parameter "Stance flexion resistance"
This parameter is the resistance against flexion of the knee, which is required
for descending stairs or ramps or for supported sitting motions.
The value configured on delivery has to be adapted to the patient.
Preliminary adjustment: For verification, the patient sits down on a chair
while supporting themselves with the hands on the arm supports. The patient
lets themselves sink into the product and feels the supporting effect of the flex­
ion resistance.
Fine tuning: Have the patient walk down a ramp and then stairs, keeping one
hand on the handrail for safety. If the resistance is subjectively too low or too
high, it can be adjusted accordingly.
The goal is to find a good compromise setting that permits sitting down in com­
fort and also walking on ramps and stairs safely. If the setting of the parameter
"Stance flexion resistance" is changed from the factory setting, the paramet­
er "Stance flexion resistance when walking on level surfaces" is not
reduced automatically. The flexion resistance may therefore be higher in the
stance phase while walking on the level.
Setting "Acoustic feedback when stance release occurs"
To check whether the patient is able to initiate the swing phase correctly and
reliably, a beep signal upon stance release can be activated.
dragged to the right), it is also possible to choose between an intuitive
. When the function is activated, it can be turned on/off
"C-Brace Setup" adjustment app
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