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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Elbow Brace Flexion ® User Instructions Contents 1. Introduction ....................1.1. Foreword ..................... 1.2. Customer information .................. 1.3. Mode of operation ..................1.4. Application ....................1.5. Scope of delivery ..................1.6. Declaration of conformity ................1.7. Features ....................... 1.8. Indications .................... - Page 3 User Instructions 2.2.4. Fine adjustment for Elbow Braces Flexion L/L, M/M, S/S and Junior ® ........2.2.5. Inserting the stop wedge for Elbow Braces Flexion L/L, M/M, S/S and Junior ® ........2.3. Application of the brace by the orthopaedic technician ......
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Page 4: Introduction
European Council Directive 93/42/EEC for contact the appropriate specialist retailer or medical devices. albrecht GmbH directly, before you use the brace. This particularly applies to the safety instructions. 1.3. Mode of operation Elbow Brace Flexion functions ®... -
Page 5: Features
User Instructions 1.7. Features 1.8. Indications • Therapie in flexion The physician will prescribe the type of treatment to apply based on his or her • Individual adjustment of the spring tension diagnostic findings. • Spring tension can be switched on and off Generally, the use is indicated in: without tools and without varying the set spring tension... -
Page 6: Safety Instructions
Elbow Brace Flexion ® User Instructions • Currently there is no test for flammability. 1.10. Safety Instructions Exercise caution when using the orthosis in the direct vicinity of open flames such as The optimal effect of the brace is only lighters and cigarettes. -
Page 7: Warranty
User Instructions 1.11. Warranty In addition to the legal warranty, we provide a 6-month durability guarantee for the orthosis. If properly used, this guarantees that the orthosis will function without fault. This excludes the padding and straps, which are usually liable to a certain amount of wear and tear. -
Page 8: Adjustment By The Orthopaedic Technician
Elbow Brace Flexion ® User Instructions 2. Adjustment by the orthopaedic technician 2.1. Fitting to the patient • Our CDS braces are constructed to be adjustable. ® • The position of the shell components can be changed and they can be shaped. •... -
Page 9: Setting The Shell Components
User Instructions 2.1.2. Setting the shell components The shell components are moveable. Loosen the screws on the shell components with the supplied tool without unscrewing them completly. Move the shell components into the desired position. Tighten the screws again. The shell components can be adjusted to the shape of the extremity. www.albrechtgmbh.com... -
Page 10: Assembling And Adjusting The Adjustable Handle For Cds ® Elbow Braces Flexion L/L And M/M
Elbow Brace Flexion ® User Instructions 2.1.3. Assembling and adjusting the adjustable handle for Elbow Braces Flexion L/L and M/M ® You can separate the forearm shell from the hinge rod by loosening the two fixing screws. Now place the handle‘s assembly rod between the hinge rod and forearm shell. -
Page 11: Setting Of The Hinge
User Instructions 2.2. Setting of the hinge 2.2.1. Adjusting the position of the redression and limitation range for CDS Elbow Braces Flexion L/L, M/M, S/S and Junior ® Elbow Braces Flexion L/L, M/M, S/S and Junior are constructed on the basis of the ®... -
Page 12: Adjusting The Position Of The Redression And Limitation Range For Cds ® Elbow Braces Flexion Xs/Xs And Bambini
Elbow Brace Flexion ® User Instructions 2.2.2. Adjusting the position of the redression and limitation range for CDS Elbow Braces Flexion XS/XS and Bambini ® Elbow Braces Flexion XS/XS and Bambini are constructed on the basis of the 360° ® Nano hinge. -
Page 13: Setting The Limitation For Cds Elbow Braces Flexion L/L, M/M, S/S And Junior
User Instructions 2.2.3. Setting the limitation for Elbow Braces Flexion L/L, M/M, S/S and Junior ® The limitation restricts the range of motion. Flexion and the redression range are limited by the stop screw. In a second step, the set value can be reduced up to a maximum of 15°, enabling infinitly variable adjustment of the redression range. -
Page 14: Fine Adjustment For Cds ® Elbow Braces Flexion L/L, M/M, S/S And Junior
Elbow Brace Flexion ® User Instructions 2.2.4. Fine adjustment for Elbow Braces Flexion L/L, M/M, S/S and Junior ® Fine adjustment gives you the option of infinitely variable flexion limitation. Set the fine adjustment to a value between 0 and -15. The setting reduces the limitation already set by the stop screw. -
Page 15: Inserting The Stop Wedge For Cds ® Elbow Braces Flexion L/L, M/M, S/S And Junior
User Instructions 2.2.5. Inserting the stop wedge for Elbow Braces Flexion L/L, M/M, S/S and Junior ® Extension can be limited with the stop wedge. Before adjusting the extension limitation you must activate the spring tension. Turn the switch to “on”. Bring the brace into extension until you feel a slight resistance that you have to overcome in order to activate the spring tension. -
Page 16: Application Of The Brace By The Orthopaedic Technician
Elbow Brace Flexion ® User Instructions 2.3. Application of the brace by the orthopaedic technician 2.3.1. Deactivate the spring tension Before attaching the brace you must deactivate the spring tension. Turn the switch to “off”. Bring the brace as far into extension as the patient is allowed to move. Now, the activation mechanism of the hinge is set to this the position and the patient can reactivate the spring tension in this position. -
Page 17: Attaching The Brace To The Elbow
User Instructions 2.3.2. Attaching the brace to the elbow Place the brace on the patient‘s arm from below. Ensure that the pivot of the brace hinge matches the physiological pivot of the elbow. It is possible for you to adjust the arm rods to the shape of the patient‘s arm by using an orthopaedic bending iron. -
Page 18: Adjust Strap Lengths As Necessary
Elbow Brace Flexion ® User Instructions 2.3.3. Adjust strap lengths as necessary Adjust the straps to the desired length and shorten them if necessary on the strap end containing the doublesided hook end. First fasten the narrow upper arm strap to secure it. Fasten the forearm strap next to the joint. -
Page 19: Activate The Spring Tension
User Instructions 2.3.5. Activate the spring tension To activate the spring tension, turn the switch to “on”. Bring the brace into extension until you feel a slight resistance that you have to overcome in order to activate the spring tension. The intensity of the spring tension is not altered by activation or deactivation of the spring tension. -
Page 20: Setting The Spring Tension To The Intensity Needed By The Patient
Elbow Brace Flexion ® User Instructions 2.3.6. Setting the spring tension to the intensity needed by the patient The spring tension setting is displayed on the CDS housing by a scale from ® 0 to 15. The ranges above 15 and below 0 are marked in red. To prevent damage to the CDS hinge, the red range in the CDS ®... -
Page 21: Changing The Spring Tension
User Instructions Torque in Nm ® hinge Nano hinge ® Settings hinge is used for the sizes L/L, M/M, and Junior. ® Nano hinge XS/XS and Bambini. ® is used for the 2.3.7. Changing the spring tension The spring tension can be adjusted according to the to treatment progress. Insert the tool as far as it will go into the side hole on the hinge. -
Page 22: Handling By The Patient
Elbow Brace Flexion ® User Instructions 3. Handling by the patient 3.1. Removing the brace Before removing the brace you must deactivate the spring tension. To do so, turn the switch to “off”. the clips and do not unthread the straps. Take off the brace. -
Page 23: Putting On The Brace
User Instructions 3.2. Putting on the brace Place the brace on your arm from below. Fasten the wide, elastic upper arm strap. For XS/XS and Bambini, you must open To activate the spring tension, turn the and close the straps in order to attach and switch to “on”. -
Page 24: Cleaning, Maintenance And Disinfection
Elbow Brace Flexion ® User Instructions 4. Cleaning, maintenance and disinfection The orthosis is designed to be maintenance-free. To ensure proper operation over the period of treatment the orthosis should be cleaned regularly (at least every 3 months) or as required, according to the following Hand wash at 30°C instructions. -
Page 25: Technical Data
User Instructions 5. Technical data Name Material Weight 650g without handle / 800g with handle Padding material PU foam with PA hook and loop velour Strap material PA strap with PA hook and loop velour Handle latex-free foam material Brace material aluminium 6. -
Page 26: Transfer Of The Brace
Elbow Brace Flexion ® User Instructions Name Art.-No. left Art.-No. right Adjustable handle* 993A-HL 993A-HR * Only for L/L and M/M 7. Transfer of the brace The brace is not intended for single use, but rather is intended for multiple use by a single person. - Page 27 User Instructions www.albrechtgmbh.com...
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