Description And Intended Purpose; Contraindications - Blatchford AvalonK2 AV22L Instructions D'utilisation

1 Description and Intended Purpose

These instructions are for the practitioner.
The term device is used throughout these instructions for use to refer to AvalonK2.
Application
This device is to be used exclusively as part of a lower limb prosthesis.
Intended for a single user.
This device dorsiflexes after mid-stance and remains dorsiflexed at toe-off through the swing
phase to give greater toe clearance for improved confidence and security. The controlled plantar
flexion provided by
stability on uneven surfaces and slopes.
Activity Level
This device is recommnded for users that have the potential to achieve Activity Level 2 who may
benefit from enhanced stability and an increase in confidence on uneven surfaces and slopes.
Of course there are exceptions and in our recommendation we want to allow for unique,
individual circumstances. There may also be a number of users in Activity Level 1 who would
benefit from the enhanced stability offered by
with sound and thorough justification.
Activity Level 2
Has the ability or potential for ambulation with the ability to traverse
low level environmental barriers such as curbs , stairs or uneven
surfaces. Typical of the limited community ambulator.

Contraindications

Due to the cushioned heel and limited energy return from the foot keel this device is not suitable
for Activity Level 3 or 4 individuals. This type of user will be better served by a specially designed
prosthesis optimized for their needs.
This device is not suitable for users with poor balance.
Ensure that the user has understood all instructions for use, drawing particular attention to the
section regarding maintenance.
Clinical Benefits
• Improved ground clearance reducing risk of trips and falls
• Increased security for transfemoral wearers
• Additional dorsiflexion range allows more posterior positioning of feet, aiding in sit-to-
stand
• Reduced stress and loading rate on the residual limb
• Increased walking speed
this device
at heel contact improves time to foot flat which enhances
this device
, but this decision should be made
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