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Explanation of Symbols
Warnings regarding possible risks of accident or injury.
CAUTION
Warnings regarding possible technical damage.
NOTICE
Additional information on the fitting / use.
INFORMATION
INFORMATION
Please read these Instructions for Use thoroughly. Follow the safety
instructions.
1 Description
1.1 Intended Use
The 50S16 MalleoSprint light Ankle Orthosis is to be used exclusively for
orthotic fitting of the lower limb.
1.2 Indications and Effects
The 50S16 MalleoSprint light ankle orthosis is used for functional treat-
ment of ligament instabilities, post-operatively after ligament ruptures, after
ankle distortions, as well as for functional-conservative therapy of lateral
collateral ligament ruptures. Indication must be determined by the physician.
The orthosis stabilizes the ankle with the strap guide. Eversion and inver-
sion of the foot joint are restricted without negatively affecting plantar and
dorsal flexion of the foot.
1.3 Contraindications
1.3.1 Absolute Contraindications
None.
1.3.2 Relative Contraindications
Skin diseases/injuries, inflammatory symptoms, prominent scars on body
parts to which the orthosis is to be applied that are swollen, reddened and
feel excessively warm; lymphatic flow disorders, including unclear soft tis-
sue swelling distant to the body area to which the orthosis is to be applied;
sensory and circulatory disorders.
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