Otto Bock 50C40 Instructions For Use Manual page 11

4.1 Size Selection
1) Measure the neck size.
2) Measure the neck height.
3) Determine the orthosis size (see size chart).
4.2 Application
CAUTION
Use on skin sensitive to heat
Skin irritation due to overheating
► Do not use the product in case of a known heat allergy.
► When in doubt, do not continue to use the product if skin irritation
occurs.
► Inform the patient.
CAUTION
Incorrect or excessively tight application
Risk of local pressure and constriction of blood vessels and nerves due to
improper or excessively tight application
► Ensure that the orthosis is applied properly and fits correctly.
► Inform the patient.
NOTICE
Use of a worn or damaged product
Limited effectiveness
► Instruct the patient to inspect the product for proper functionality, wear
and damage prior to each use.
► Advise the patient that the product must not be used if the product or
part of the product exhibits signs of wear (e.g. cracks, deformation,
poor fit) or damage.
> The patient is standing or sitting down.
> It takes two people to apply the orthosis.
> Open all hook-and-loop closures on the orthosis.
1) Place the inside of the orthosis, marked as "Back" on the neck from
behind (see fig. 1).
2) Place the outside of the orthosis, marked as "Front" on the neck from
the front (see fig. 2).
→ The chin rests on the recess.
3) Fasten all hook-and-loop closures evenly (see fig. 3).
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