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Product Manual for Qualified Specialists in Orthopaedic Technology NEURO SWING FIT AFO Test Orthosis
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Information
This product manual is addressed to qualified specialists in orthopaedic technology and does not contain any
notes about dangers which are obvious to them. To achieve optimal test results, please instruct the patient
and/or care team in the use of the product.
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General Safety Instructions
Risk of Falling Due to Loosening of the Bearing Nut
Secure the screw of the joint case with the specified torque and the corresponding adhesive and make sure
that no sliding washers are damaged in the process.
Risk of Falling Due to Improper Use of the Test Orthosis
Only use the test orthosis for a short-term test in a health care facility and under your supervision.
The test orthosis may not be handed over to the patient for a longer period of time.
Risk of Falling Due to Breakage of the Orthosis Shell
Errors in processing can lead to a loss of material strength and breakage of the orthosis shells. Regarding
the orthosis shells, avoid:
- heating them;
- mechanically deforming them;
- extensively grinding them;
- processing them in the area where the system stirrup or system anchor is integrated.
Non-Optimal Test Results Due to Leg Length Discrepancy
Determine the leg length discrepancy caused by the foot piece of the orthosis and provide for an
appropriate leg length compensation or take the effects into account during the test.
Non-Optimal Test Results by Not Providing the Necessary Free Movement
Check if the system joint moves freely in order to avoid restrictions of the joint function. Use suitable
sliding washers according to the information in this product manual.
Non-Optimal Test Results Due to Incorrectly Adjusted Spring Units
Screw in the spring unit up to the system stirrup and do not preload the spring unit. If the stops are
reached too early or too late, either the range of motion is restricted or the patient is not sufficiently
stabilised by the orthosis, which worsens the gait. In order to utilise the full functional potential of the
orthosis, the spring units must be suitably selected and correctly adjusted.
Non-Optimal Test Results Due to Improper Joint Adjustment
An improper joint adjustment of the test orthosis can lead to non-optimal test results. For a correct
adjustment of the system joint see instructions for use for the NEURO SWING Carbon system ankle joint.
Limitation of the Joint Function Due to Improper Dirt Removal
Check the orthosis for dirt particles after each test and remove them properly.
Limitation of the Joint Function Due to Lack of Maintenance
Respect the specified maintenance intervals in order to avoid joint dysfunction which could affect the test
results negatively.
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