Thuasne SpryStep AFO Instruction Manual

Medical Professional Instruction Guide
Indications
These indications are biomechanical deficits that the orthosis is
intended to address. Assessment by a healthcare professional is
always recommended.
Fatigueable footdrop
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Footslap
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Footdrop
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Excessive plantarflexion
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during swing phase
(secondary to weak
dorsiflexors)
Weakness of the
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pretibial muscles <=3
Cautions
Risk of accident when driving a motor vehicle or
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machinery when wearing SpryStep is determined on
a case by case basis. Criteria include the type of fitting
and the individual abilities of the SpryStep user
If the SpryStep is applied too tightly to the body it
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can result in restricted blood flow or nerve palsy
SpryStep can only be worn in appropriate footwear
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(closed heel, closed toe, maximum heel height of 1")
Warranty
1 year warranty on carbon
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fiber portion of the AFO
6 month warranty for pad and strap
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Warranty Limitations
Extreme squatting or kneeling.
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Loading a portion of the toe while
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climbing stairs or uneven surfaces
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Plantar flexor strength 4
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Mild knee instability
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during stance phase
Knee hyperextension
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Circumduction
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Vaulting
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High knee gait
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Hip hiking / contralateral
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trunk lean
SpryStep AFO
Contraindications
These contraindications are pathological conditions the orthosis
was not intended to address. In some scenarios the assessment
of a trained CPO can override these suggestions.
Patients over 250lbs
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(please call Thuasne USA
for custom options)
Moderate to severe
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spasticity of the
foot and ankle
Open ulcers of the foot,
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ankle or lower leg
Moderate to
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severe edema
Product Disclaimer
This brace is a prescription product that should be used in
accordance with the directives of a physician as part of a
treatment plan for managing the patient's total health. While
this type of brace has proven beneficial to many patients,
outcomes will vary based on factors including patient age,
general health, and/or lack of compliance with instructions for
how to put on and use the product. Because of variations in the
health and condition of each patient, Townsend Design also does
not make any specific recommendations regarding appropriate
activities for the user of this brace. You should IMMEDIATELY
DISCONTINUE USE of this brace if there is any abnormal redness
that lasts more than 10 minutes after removing the brace, or
any skin irritation, bruising, blistering or abrasion.
Moderate to severe
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foot deformities
Moderate to severe
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ankle instabilities
triplanar instability
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Plantarflexion contracture
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Running/high impact
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activities
(please call Thuasne
USA for custom options)
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