Timago Pro-Walker Instructions For Use Manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Two-chamber air walker
Product code: Pro-Walker
Two-chamber short air walker
Product code: Pro-Walker Low
1. Characteristics
The air walker consists of a splint in the shape of a shoe which is made of PVC,
front stabilization shell and inner liner of soft material. Owing to the application
of modern materials, the orthosis is air permeable and removes excessive heat
and moisture perfectly. The air walker is equipped with dual air chamber
pneumatic stabilization, system of circumferential straps which enable
individual adjustment of stabilization force and with profiled anti-sliding sole
which facilitates the patient possibly physiological gait. The height of the walker
is 17" (Pro-Walker) or 11" (Pro-Walker Low).
2. Application
Air walker is used in post-traumatic and post-operative rehabilitation process in
order to limit the range of mobility in ankle joint and to improve functional
activities. The orthosis stabilizes the foot and shin in intermediate (neutral)
position, in post-traumatic injuries in the area of ankle joint.
Indications for use:
• post-operative treatment
• twist and dislocation of ankle joint
• achilles tendon rupture
• as an alternative for plaster cast immobilization
• fractures in the area of foot, upper and lower ankle joint
3. Contraindications
Do not use in case of:
• skin abrasion
• eczema
• wound and other skin injuries
• after application of warming gel or ointment
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