Albrecht CDS ELBOW BRACE EXTENSION User Instructions
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- Page 1 USER INSTRUCTIONS C D S E L B O W B R A C E E X T E N S I O N ® E L B O W O R T H O S I S 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 Extension ® 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 2.3. Application of the brace by the orthopaedic technician ....2.3.1. Deactivate the spring tension ............2.3.2. Attaching the brace to the elbow ..........2.3.3. Adjust strap lengths as necessary ..........2.3.4. Final adjustment ................2.3.5. Activate the spring tension ............
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Page 4: Introduction
1.6. Declaration of conformity thoroughly in order to benefit from the correct operation and use of the device. If anything The albrecht GmbH company, as the in the User Instructions is not clear, or any manufacturer solely responsible, declares that... -
Page 5: Features
User Instructions 1.7. Features 1.8. Indications • Therapy in extension The physician will prescribe the type of treatment to apply based on his or her • Individual adjustment of the spring tension diagnostic findings. • Spring tension can be switched on and off Generally, the use is indicated in: without tools and without varying the set spring tension... -
Page 6: Safety Instructions
Elbow Brace Extension ® User Instructions • Currently there is no test for flammability. 1.10. Safety Instructions Exercise caution when using the orthosis in the direct vicinity of open flames such as The optimal effect of the brace is only lighters and cigarettes. -
Page 7: Warranty
User Instructions 1.11. Warranty In addition to the legal warranty, we provide a 6-month durability guarantee for the orthosis. If properly used, this guarantees that the orthosis will function without fault. This excludes the padding and straps, which are usually liable to a certain amount of wear and tear. -
Page 8: Adjustment By The Orthopaedic Technician
Elbow Brace Extension ® User Instructions 2. Adjustment by the orthopaedic technician 2.1. Fitting to the patient • Our CDS braces are constructed to be adjustable. ® • The position of the shell components can be changed and they can be shaped. •... -
Page 9: Setting The Shell Components
User Instructions 2.1.2. Setting the shell components The shell components are moveable. 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. The shell components can be adjusted to the shape of the extremity. www.albrechtgmbh.com... -
Page 10: Assembling And Adjusting The Adjustable Handle For Cds ® Elbow Braces Extension L/L, M/M, S/S And Junior
Elbow Brace Extension ® User Instructions 2.1.3. Assembling and adjusting the adjustable handle for Elbow Braces Extension L/L, M/M, S/S and Junior ® You can separate the forearm shell from the hinge rod by loosening the two fixing screws. Now place the handle‘s assembly rod between the hinge rod and forearm shell. -
Page 11: Setting Of The Hinge
User Instructions 2.2. Setting of the hinge 2.2.1. Adjusting the position of the redression and limitation range for Elbow Braces Extension XS/XS and Bambini ® Elbow Braces Extension XS/XS and Bambini are constructed on the basis ® of the 360° Nano hinge. In the 360° Nano hinge, the position of the spring housing is adjustable on relation to the upper arm rod. -
Page 12: Setting The Limitation For Cds ® Elbow Braces Extension L/L, M/M, S/S And Junior
Elbow Brace Extension ® User Instructions 2.2.2. Setting the limitation for Elbow Braces Extension L/L, M/M, S/S and Junior ® The limitation restricts the range of motion. Extension and the redression range are limited by the stop screw. In a second step, the set value can be reduced up to a maximum of 15°, enabling infinitly variable adjustment of the redression range. -
Page 13: Fine Adjustment For Cds ® Elbow Braces Extension L/L, M/M, S/S And Junior
User Instructions 2.2.3. Fine adjustment for Elbow Braces Extension L/L, M/M, S/S and Junior ® Fine adjustment gives you the option of infinitely variable extension limitation. Set the fine adjustment to a value between 0 and -15. The setting reduces the limitation already set by the stop screw. -
Page 14: Inserting The Stop Wedge For Cds ® Elbow Braces Extension L/L, M/M, S/S And Junior
Elbow Brace Extension ® User Instructions 2.2.4. Inserting the stop wedge for Elbow Braces Extension L/L, M/M, S/S and Junior ® Flexion can be limited with the stop wedge. Before adjusting the flexion limitation you must activate the spring tension. Turn the switch to “on”. -
Page 15: Application Of The Brace By The Orthopaedic Technician
User Instructions 2.3. Application of the brace by the orthopaedic technician 2.3.1. Deactivate the spring tension Before attaching the brace you must deactivate the spring tension. Turn the switch to “off”. Bring the brace as far into flexion as the patient is allowed to move. Now, the activation mechanism of the hinge is set to this the position and the patient can reactivate the spring tension in this position. -
Page 16: Attaching The Brace To The Elbow
Elbow Brace Extension ® User Instructions 2.3.2. 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. It is possible for you to adjust the arm rods to the shape of the patient‘s arm by using an orthopaedic bending iron. -
Page 17: Adjust Strap Lengths As Necessary
User Instructions 2.3.3. Adjust strap lengths as necessary Adjust the straps to the desired length and shorten them if necessary on the strap end containing the doublesided hook end. 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 18: Activate The Spring Tension
Elbow Brace Extension ® User Instructions 2.3.5. Activate the spring tension To activate the spring tension, turn the switch to “on”. Bring the brace into flexion until you feel a slight resistance that you have to overcome in order to activate the spring tension. The intensity of the spring tension is not altered by activation or deactivation of the spring tension. -
Page 19: Setting The Spring Tension To The Intensity Needed By The Patient
User Instructions 2.3.6. Setting the spring tension to the intensity needed by the patient The spring tension setting is displayed on the CDS housing by a scale from ® 0 to 15. The ranges above 15 and below 0 are marked in red. To prevent damage to the CDS hinge, the red range in the CDS ®... -
Page 20: Changing The Spring Tension
Elbow Brace Extension ® User Instructions Torque in Nm hinge ® ® Nano hinge Settings hinge is used for the sizes L/L, and Junior. ® Nano hinge XS/XS and Bambini. is used for the ® 2.3.7. Changing the spring tension The spring tension can be adjusted according to the to treatment progress. -
Page 21: Handling By The Patient
User Instructions 3. Handling by the patient 3.1. Removing the brace Before removing the brace you must deactivate the spring tension. To do so, turn the switch to “off”. Bring the brace into flexion. 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 22: Putting On The Brace
Elbow Brace Extension ® User Instructions 3.2. Putting on the brace Place the brace on your arm from below. Fasten the wide, elastic upper arm strap. For XS/XS and Bambini, you must open To activate the spring tension, turn the and close the straps in order to attach and switch to “on”. -
Page 23: Cleaning, Maintenance And Disinfection
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 24: Technical Data
Elbow Brace Extension ® User Instructions 5. Technical data Bezeichnung Material Gewicht 650g ohne Handgriff / 800g mit Handgriff Polstermaterial PU-Schaum mit PA-Klettvelours Gurtmaterial PA-Gurt mit PA-Klettvelours Handgriff Latexfreies Schaummaterial Schienenmaterial Aluminium 6. Size chart and article numbers Circumfe- Circumfe- Length of Length of rence... -
Page 25: Transfer Of The Brace
User Instructions Name Art.-No. left Art.-No. right adjustable handle* 993A-HL 993A-HR * Only for L/L and M/M 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 26 Elbow Brace Extension ® User Instructions...
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- Page 28 PATENTS: EP 0 841 044 / US 5,954,677 / EP 3 352 713 FURTHER PATENTS PENDING VERSION: EN 08.2022 Medical device Manufacturer albrecht GmbH albrecht GmbH CHIEMSEESTRASSE 81 D-83233 BERNAU AM CHIEMSEE +49 (0)8051 96129-0 +49 (0)8051 96129-30 INFO@ALBRECHTGMBH.COM WWW.ALBRECHTGMBH.COM...
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