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- Page 1 USER INSTRUCTIONS C D S K N E E B R A C E F L E X I O N ® K N E E 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 K N E E O R T H O S I S...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Knee Brace Flexion | Junior ® 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. - Page 3 User Instructions 2.2.4. Fine adjustment for CDS Knee Braces Flexion L/L, L/M, M/L, M/S ® ........2.2.5. Inserting the stop wedge for CDS Knee Braces Flexion L/L, L/M, M/L, M/S ® ........2.3. Attaching of the brace by the orthopaedic technician ......
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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 instructions, operating procedures or safety... -
Page 5: Features
User Instructions 1.7. Features 1.8. Indications • Therapy in flexion The physician will prescribe the type of treatment to apply based on his or her • CDS hinge with established features: diagnostic findings. – Individual adjustment of the spring Generally, the use is indicated in: tension •... -
Page 6: Contraindications
Knee Brace Flexion | Junior ® User Instructions • The product as delivered is not sterile. 1.9. Contraindications • Contact your physician immediately in the • Bony obstruction, osteoporosis, event of an allergic reaction. thrombophlebitis • Please note that cushioned sections can heat The brace is intended exclusively for contact up under direct sunlight. -
Page 7: Warranty
User Instructions 1.11. Warranty 2. Adjustment by the orthopaedic technician In addition to the legal warranty, we provide a 6-month durability guarantee for the orthosis. If properly used, this guarantees 2.1. Fitting to the patient that the orthosis will function without fault. This excludes the padding and straps, which •... - Page 8 Knee Brace Flexion | Junior ® User Instructions bending iron When adjusting the hinge rods to the shape of the extermity by using an orthopaedic bending iron, you must not bend the rods in the area of the hinge housing or the hinge cover as this could lead to damage or break of the hinge.
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Page 9: Setting The Shell Components - Size L/L, L/M, L/S, M/S
User Instructions 2.1.2. Setting the shell components – size L/L, L/M, L/S, M/S 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. -
Page 10: Setting The Textile Shell Components - Size S/S, Xs/Xs, Xxs
Knee Brace Flexion | Junior ® User Instructions 2.1.3. Setting the textile shell components – size S/S, XS/XS, XXS The textile shells can be moved along the rod by 2,5 cm. Loosen the screws on the shell components with the supplied tool without unscrewing them completely. -
Page 11: Setting The Hinge
User Instructions 2.2. Setting the hinge 2.2.1. Adjusting the position of the redression and limitation range for CDS Knee Braces Flexion – size L/L, L/M, L/S, M/S ® Knee Braces Flexion L/L, L/M, L/S, M/S are constructed on the basis ®... -
Page 12: Adjusting The Position Of The Redression And Limitation Range For Cds ® Knee Braces Flexion S/S, Xs/Xs, Xxs
Knee Brace Flexion | Junior ® User Instructions 2.2.2. Adjusting the position of the redression and limitation range for CDS Knee Braces Flexion S/S, XS/XS, XXS ® Knee Braces Flexion Junior You can adjust the position of the ® S/S, XS/XS, XXS are constructed on redression range in 10°... -
Page 13: Setting The Limitation For Cds ® Knee Braces Flexion L/L, L/M, M/L, M/S
User Instructions 2.2.3. Setting the limitation for Knee Braces Flexion L/L, L/M, M/L, M/S ® The limitation restricts the range of motion. All steps must be executed identically with both hinges. Flexion 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 14: Fine Adjustment For Cds ® Knee Braces Flexion L/L, L/M, M/L, M/S
Knee Brace Flexion | Junior ® User Instructions 2.2.4. Fine adjustment for CDS Knee Braces Flexion L/L, L/M, M/L, M/S ® Fine adjustment gives you the option of infinitely variable flexion limitation. Set the fine adjustment to a value between 0 and -15. The setting reduces the limitation already set by the stop screw. -
Page 15: Inserting The Stop Wedge For Cds ® Knee Braces Flexion L/L, L/M, M/L, M/S
User Instructions 2.2.5. Inserting the stop wedge for CDS Knee Braces Flexion L/L, L/M, M/L, M/S ® Flexion can be limited with the stop wedge. All steps must be executed identically with both hinges. Before adjusting the extension limitation you must activate the spring tension. -
Page 16: Attaching Of The Brace By The Orthopaedic Technician
Knee Brace Flexion | Junior ® User Instructions 2.3. Attaching 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 switches on both hinges To facilitate attaching of the brace to “off”. -
Page 17: Attach The Brace To The Leg
User Instructions 2.3.2. Attach the brace to the leg The patient bends the leg to an angle of about 30° to 45°. Now attach the brace to the patient’s leg from in front. Ensure that the pivots of the brace hinges match the physiological pivots of the knee. - Page 18 Knee Brace Flexion | Junior ® User Instructions Size S/S, XS/XS, XXS Ensure that the hinges are as parallel to one another as possible to ensure proper function of the brace.
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Page 19: 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 upper calf strap. Then fasten the upper shin strap. Fasten the upper posterior thigh strap next to the knee. - Page 20 Knee Brace Flexion | Junior ® User Instructions Fasten the anterior thigh strap further from the knee. Fasten the posterior thigh strap next to the knee. Fasten the anterior thigh strap next to the knee. Size L/L, L/M, L/S, M/S Size S/S, XS/XS, XXS...
- Page 21 User Instructions Fasten the lower calf strap. Fasten the lower shin strap. If necesssary, the additional strap padding supplied with the product can be attached under the straps. Size L/L, L/M, L/S, M/S Size S/S, XS/XS, XXS www.albrechtgmbh.com...
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Page 22: Final Adjustment
Knee Brace Flexion | Junior ® User Instructions 2.3.4. Final adjustment After fastening the individual straps, check that the straps are the correct length and that the brace is in the correct position, and correct if necessary. Ensure that the straps are not too tight so as not to interfere with the circulation. The shell elements are anatomically contoured. -
Page 23: Activate The Spring Tension
User Instructions 2.3.5. Activate the spring tension To activate the spring tension, turn the switches on both hinges to “on”. Bring the brace into extension until you feel a slight resistance that you have to overcome in order to activate the spring tension. Size L/L, L/M, L/S, M/S Size S/S, XS/XS, XXS The intensity of the spring tension is not altered by activation or deactivation of... -
Page 24: Setting The Spring Tension To The Intensity Needed By The Patient
Knee Brace Flexion | Junior ® 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 ®... - Page 25 User Instructions Size S/S, XS/XS, XXS Drehmoment in Nm bei Beugung 90° Gelenk ® Nano Gelenk ® Einstellungsstufen hinge (size L/L, L/M, L/S, M/S) ® Nano hinge (size S/S, XS/XS, XXS) ® www.albrechtgmbh.com...
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Page 26: Changing The Spring Tension
Knee Brace Flexion | Junior ® User Instructions 2.3.7. Changing the spring tension The spring tension can be adjusted according to the to treatment progress. Insert the tool as far as it will go into the side hole on the hinge. By turning clockwise or towards + the spring tension is increased and it is decreased by turning anticlockwise or towards -. -
Page 27: Handling By The Patient
User Instructions 3. Handling by the patient 3.1. Removing the brace Deactivate the spring tension Before removing the brace you must deactivate the spring tension. To do so, turn the switches on both hinges to “off”. Bring the brace into extension. Size L/L, L/M, L/S, M/S Size S/S, XS/XS, XXS www.albrechtgmbh.com... - Page 28 Knee Brace Flexion | Junior ® User Instructions 3 - 6 To remove the brace, only open the clips and do not unthread the straps. For S/S, XS/XS, XXS, you must open and close the straps in order to attach and remove the brace.
- Page 29 User Instructions Size S/S, XS/XS, XXS www.albrechtgmbh.com...
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Page 30: Putting On The Brace
Knee Brace Flexion | Junior ® User Instructions 3.2. Putting on the brace Place the brace on your leg from above. For S/S, XS/XS, XXS, you must open and close the straps in order to attach and remove the brace. First fasten the upper calf strap. - Page 31 User Instructions Size S/S, XS/XS, XXS We wish you a successful course of treatment and are available for further questions. www.albrechtgmbh.com...
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Page 32: Cleaning, Maintenance And Disinfection
Knee Brace Flexion | Junior ® 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 33: Technical Data
User Instructions 5. Technical data Name Material Weight 1080g Padding material PU foam with PA hook and loop velour Strap material PA strap with PA hook and loop velour Brace material aluminium 6. Size chart and article numbers Hinge / ®... -
Page 34: Transfer Of The Brace
Knee Brace Flexion | Junior ® User Instructions 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 35 User Instructions Duty to report Due to regional legal regulations, you are required to immediately report any serious incident involving the use of this medical device to the manufacturer and the responsible authorities. Please find our contact details on the back of this brochure. www.albrechtgmbh.com...
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