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Summary of Contents for Otto Bock Transfemoral Prosthesis with Synthetic
- Page 1 Transfemoral Prosthesis with Synthetic / Lamination Resin Socket - Custom-made device - Instructions for use...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Foreword ......................... Description of the Design and Individual Components ..........Areas of Application and Usage Restrictions ............. Medical and Therapeutic Aspects ................Safety ..........................Explanation of warning symbols ................General safety instructions ..................Handling .......................... Shoe Selection .................... -
Page 4: Foreword
1 Foreword INFORMATION Date of last update: 2021-04-29 Please read this document carefully before using the product and observe the safety ► notices. Obtain instruction from the qualified personnel in the safe use of the product. ► Please contact the qualified personnel if you have questions about the product or in case of ►... -
Page 5: Safety
Residual Limb Treatment and Hygiene Caring for your residual limb on a daily basis is essential. Washing your residual limb with skin- friendly soap can prevent skin problems. Use special care products such as Derma Prevent, Derma Repair and Derma Clean. Volume Fluctuations As a prosthesis wearer, you should pay special attention to your weight since any fluctuations will have a direct impact on the fit of your prosthesis. -
Page 6: Handling
6 Handling 6.1 Shoe Selection CAUTION Incorrect effective heel height Falling injuries due to loss of functionality When buying new shoes, be sure to observe the predetermined effective heel height. ► Effective Heel Height The effective heel height of the prosthesis is determined during the construction of the prosthesis. The heel height of the prosthesis cannot be altered and is calculated by the heel height minus the forefoot height. -
Page 7: Donning The Prosthesis
6.3 Donning the Prosthesis Your Ottobock team instructed you in how to don the prosthesis. The following donning tech nique is well proven: 1) Apply the donning assist (e.g. elastic bandage/elastic sock/EasyProth donning assist) over your residual limb up to the crotch. Include all soft tissue. 2) Push the free end of the donning assist to the outside through the valve opening. -
Page 8: Maintenance
Please consult your doctor if you have any questions on skin diseases or disinfection methods. 8 Maintenance CAUTION Lack of or insufficient maintenance Injuries due to changes in or loss of functionality Observe the specified maintenance intervals. ► In the interest of your own safety, you should observe the check-up dates established with your prosthetist in order to avoid any damage to your prosthesis.