Otto Bock Meridium 1B1-2 Series Instructions For Use Manual page 58

Preparing the product for use
Static alignment in the alignment apparatus must always be carried out without shoes, otherwise a correct
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adjustment will not be possible.
• A marking is located on the exterior distal side of the footshell. The marking serves as orientation for the align­
ment point on the foot.
• Before beginning the alignment, the prosthetic foot must be put into alignment mode using the adjustment soft­
ware ("Alignment" tab, "Alignment Recommendation" tab). Only in alignment mode will the prosthetic foot be
locked in neutral position and allow static alignment to be carried out correctly.
Foot size (cm)
24 – 29
Bench alignment for transtibial (TT) modular lower limb prostheses
The adjustment software must be used to provide information for alignment of TT modular lower limb prostheses
(also see TT modular lower limb prostheses: 646F336).
Bench alignment for transfemoral (TF) modular lower limb prostheses
The alignment recommendations for the appropriate Ottobock knee joint must be observed for TF modular lower
limb prostheses (also see TF modular prostheses: 646F219).
7.2.3 Static alignment optimisation
• Use the L.A.S.A.R. Posture for static alignment optimisation of the prosthesis, if available.
Use the alignment recommendations of the manufacturer (TF modular lower limb prostheses: 646F219,TT
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modular lower limb prostheses: 646F336).
7.2.4 Dynamic alignment optimisation
Make sure the heel height is correctly set before beginning the dynamic alignment optimisation!
• Dynamic alignment optimisation is not necessary if the static situation is satisfactory. The adjustment software
is used to make adjustments to ensure correct heel contact, smooth rollover and optimum weight transfer on
the contralateral side.
• Adjust the prosthesis in the frontal plane (ML) by using the medial-lateral screws to change its angle or shift it
(see 646F336) so as to minimise any axial run-out in the knee.
7.2.5 Mounting cover plate/connecting plate/cover cap
Depending on the cosmetic that is being used (cosmetic foam cover, Protector), the suitable element must be
selected from the set of cover caps and mounted on the product.
7.2.5.1 Mounting the cover cap
7.2.5.2 Mounting the cover plate
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Mid-foot anterior to the alignment
reference line
30 mm
The cover cap forms the top of the footshell.
► Mount the cover cap according to the instructions for use of the footshell.
If the cover plate is being used, there should be no cosmetic (Protector, cos­
metic foam cover) on the product.
► Fit the cover plate on the cover cap which has already been mounted.
Heel height
0 mm
1B1-2=* Meridium