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- Page 1 Knee Disarticulation Prosthesis - 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
specific indications, complications can occur in individual cases. This may restrict your ability to wear the prosthesis. 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. -
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: Prosthesis with Soft-Walled Inner Socket: 1) Pull a nylon sock or Derma Seal sock over the residual limb. 2) Slide the tip of your residual limb into the soft-walled inner socket with light pressure and pull the soft-walled inner socket over the residual limb. -
Page 8: Doffing Of The Prosthesis
An energy-saving and natural gait requires a functional prosthesis. Please consult your prosthetist if you experience any problems despite correct handling. 6.5 Doffing of the Prosthesis Prosthesis with Soft-Walled Inner Socket: 1) Take off the shoe and sock. 2) Take off the soft-walled inner socket and slide the end of your residual limb out of the soft- walled inner socket. -
Page 9: Disposal
9 Disposal In some jurisdictions it is not permissible to dispose of the product with unsorted household waste. Improper disposal can be harmful to health and the environment. Observe the information provided by the responsible authorities in your country regarding return, collection and disposal procedures.