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- Page 1 U S E R I N S T R U C T I O N S C D S E L B O W B R A C E D U O ® D Y N A M I C S P R I N G - L O A D E D E L B O W O R T H O S I S...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Elbow Brace Duo ® 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 2.4. Application of the brace by the orthopaedic technician ......2.4.1. Attaching the br ace to the arm ............2.4.2. Attaching the brace to the elbow ............2.4.3. Adjust strap lengths as necessary ............. 2.4.4. Final adjustment ................2.4.5.
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Page 4: Introduction
Please check the completeness of the brace at information is not fully understandable, please delivery. contact the appropriate specialist retailer or albrecht GmbH directly, before you use the • Brace with padding and straps brace. This particularly applies to the safety •... -
Page 5: Features
User Instructions 1.7. Features 1.8. Indications • Therapy in extension and flexion The physician will prescribe the type of treatment to apply based on his or her • Spring tension can be adjusted individually diagnostic findings. and tool-free Generally, the use is indicated in: •... -
Page 6: Safety Instructions
Elbow Brace Duo ® User Instructions • Currently there is no test for fl ammability. 1.10. Safety Instructions Exercise caution when using the orthosis in the direct vicinity of open fl ames such as The optimal effect of the brace is only lighters and cigarettes. -
Page 7: Adjustment By The Orthopaedic Technician
User Instructions 2. Adjustment by the orthopaedic technician 2.1. Fitting to the patient • braces are constructed to be adjustable. ® • The position of the moveable shell components can be changed and they can be shaped. • The hinge rods can be adapted to the shape of the extremity by bending. •... -
Page 8: Setting The Shell Components
Elbow Brace Duo ® User Instructions 2.1.2. Setting the shell components The shell components are moveable. Detach the pad. 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. -
Page 9: Setting The Limitation
User Instructions 2.2. Setting the limitation 2.2.1. Setting the flexion stop Bring the brace into extension. Turn the outer ring of the casing from “STOP” through flexion as far as the stop. You can now set the flexion stop to the desired number of degrees. -
Page 10: Setting The Switchover Point Between Flexion And Extension
Elbow Brace Duo ® User Instructions 2.2.3. Setting the switchover point between flexion and extension By moving the brace from flexion to extension and vice versa, the thrust of the spring changes at one point. This point is called the switchover point. You can set the switchover point in seven steps between 46°... -
Page 11: Assembling And Adjusting The Adjustable Handle
User Instructions 2.3. Assembling and adjusting the adjustable handle Remove the pad. Loosen the fixing screws and unscrew them. Now place the handle's assembly rod between the hinge rod and forearm shell. After aligning the components, insert the longer fixing screws provided into the threaded holes in the hinge rod. -
Page 12: Application Of The Brace By The Orthopaedic Technician
Elbow Brace Duo ® User Instructions 2.4. Application of the brace by the orthopaedic technician 2.4.1. Attaching the brace to the arm Now open the straps by opening the clips. To facilitate attaching of the brace on the patients, adjust the length of all brace straps to their maximum length without unthreading them. -
Page 13: Attaching The Brace To The Elbow
User Instructions 2.4.2. 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. Adjust strap lengths as necessary. It is possible for you to adjust the arm rods to the shape of the patient‘s arm by using a bending iron. -
Page 14: Adjust Strap Lengths As Necessary
Elbow Brace Duo ® User Instructions 2.4.3. Adjust strap lengths as necessary Adjust the straps to the desired lengths and shorten them if necessary. First fasten the narrow upper arm strap to secure it. Fasten the forearm strap next to the joint. Fasten the forearm strap further from the joint. -
Page 15: Setting The Spring Tension To The Intensity Needed By The Patient
User Instructions 2.4.5. Setting the spring tension to the intensity needed by the patient You can set the spring tension by the hinged crank on the forearm of the brace. After flipping up the crank, you can increase the spring tension by turning it clockwise. -
Page 16: Handling By The Patient
Elbow Brace Duo ® User Instructions 3. Handling by the patient 3.1. Removing the brace To remove the brace, first open the wide, elastic upper arm strap. Then open the remaining straps by opening the clips and do not unthread the straps. -
Page 17: Putting On The Brace
User Instructions 3.2. Putting on the brace Place the brace on your arm from Fasten the forearm strap further below. from the joint. First fasten the narrow upper arm Fasten the wide, elastic upper arm strap to secure it. strap. Fasten the forearm strap next to the joint. -
Page 18: Cleaning, Maintenance And Disinfection
Elbow Brace Duo ® 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 19: Technical Data
User Instructions 5. Technical data Name Material Weight 857g / 1058g / 1081g 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 20: Transfer Of The Brace
Elbow Brace Duo ® User Instructions 7. Transfer of the brace The brace is not intended for single use, but rather is intended for multiple use by a single person. We do not recommend transfer to other users. Should this be desired however, please ensure to pass on the care and cleaning instructions and have the brace checked by an authorized specialist dealer for safe and proper operation. - Page 21 User Instructions www.albrechtgmbh.com...
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