Aspen Promedics PJWF - Paediatric Fixed Walker Manual

Product Description

A one piece injection moulded walker boot with 'paddle' uprights to reduce pressure on lower limb and provide improved stability and immobilisation.

Usage Information

1. When applying walker for first time open all straps and remove liner. Apply liner ensuring the heel is pushed fully into the liner. Fasten hook closures on foot and leg sections ensuring they are snug.
   
2. Pull the uprights slightly apart and place foot/liner into the walker. The uprights should be aligned with mid ankle and lower leg. Ensure the heel is pushed fully back.
   
3. When alignment is correct, pull red tabs marked "PULL UP" to expose hook fastener on inside of uprights. Apply pressure to ensure uprights are fixed to liner.
   
4. Fasten straps from toes up ensuring they are firm but not too tight.
   
5. Air liner version – To INFLATE air bags, turn dial to "INFLATE" and press the pump. To DEFLATE airbags, turn dial to "DEFLATE" and push air from air bags.
   

Sizes and Fit

Indications for Use

• Foot and ankle conditions that benefit from motion restriction.
• Ankle sprains.
• Trauma and rehabilitation.
• Stable foot fractures.

Contraindications

• Not suitable for unstable fractures or fractures of the upper part of the tibia or fibula.
• Do not apply the product in direct contact with broken skin.

Warnings and Precautions

We recommend the initial fitting of this device be conducted by a suitably qualified healthcare professional who will advise the period of use.

• Carefully read all instructions and warnings prior to use.
• Follow all instructions to ensure proper performance of the device.
• Do not use if liniments, ointments, gels, creams or any other substances have been applied to the affected area.
• Do not re-use for another patient, doing so risks cross infection and can compromise product integrity.
• Perform regular skin and circulation checks, especially patients with diabetes, vascular deficiencies and neurological conditions.
• Should any adverse reactions occur, please cease use and contact your healthcare professional or provider of this product.
• The durability of the device may be compromised by certain factors, e.g., objects with sharp edges or damage to the hook and loop fasteners. To prevent this the hook and loop fasteners should always be fastened when the device is not being worn or when being washed.

Washing and Care Instructions

1. Remove liner from boot.
2. Hand wash liner with mild detergent.
3. Do not ring or tumble dry, leave to air dry flat.
4. Wipe down the shell with clean damp cloth and mild detergent and allow to air dry.

Additional Info

To remove walker: Open all straps, open liner and remove foot. To re-apply walker: Insert foot into liner/walker assembly ensuring heel is well back. Fasten liner ensuring it is snug. Fasten straps from toes up ensuring they are firm but not too tight.

Product Composition

Polyamide, Glass Fibre, Aluminium, TPR, POM, Nylon, Cellulose, EVA, Nickel, TPU, Polyester, Polyurethane.

Storage and Transport Conditions

Store in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight, in the original packaging.

Recycling and Disposal

Packaging and constituent parts should be recycled or safely disposed in accordance with local or national laws.

Serious Incident

Report any serious incident to the manufacturer and the competent authority of the EU Member state, or country in which you reside.