Description And Intended Purpose; Contraindications - Blatchford Mini BladeXT MBXTAB1SM 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 Mini BladeXT.
Ensure that the user understands all instructions for use, drawing particular attention to the
maintenance and safety information.
Application
This device is to be used exclusively as part of a lower limb prosthesis.
Intended for a single user.
This device is suitable for walking and is designed specifically for general sport and running.
Activity Level
This device is recommended for users that have the potential to achieve Activity Level 3 or 4. Of
course there are exceptions and in our recommendation we want to allow for unique, individual
circumstances and any such decision should be made with sound and thorough justification.
Activity Level 3
Has the ability or potential for ambulation with variable cadence.
Typical of the community ambulator who has the ability to traverse most environmental barriers and
may have vocational, therapeutic, or exercise activity that demands prosthetic utilization beyond
simple locomotion.
Activity Level 4
Has the ability or potential for prosthetic ambulation that exceeds basic ambulation skills, exhibiting
high impact, stress, or energy levels. Typical of the prosthetic demands of the child, active adult, or
athlete.

Contraindications

This device may not be suitable for Activity Level 1 and 2 individuals.
Clinical Benefits
• Allows variable running speeds
• Sole plate improves perceived stability, compared to other Running-specific prostheses
• Users demonstrate confidence in prosthetic loading during high activity
Spring Set Selection
Activity
4
20–35 (44–77)
Toe and Heel Spring Set
1
Soft
User Weight
kg (lbs)
36–50 (78–110)
2
Medium
3
51–60 (111-132)
3
Firm
938371PK/1-0121