Description And Intended Purpose; Contraindications - Blatchford Elite2 Instructions D'utilisation

1 Description and Intended Purpose

These instructions for use are for the practitioner.
The term device is used throughout these instructions for use to refer to Elite2.
Application
This device is to be used exclusively as part of a lower limb prosthesis.
Intended for a single user.
A high-energy-return foot. The independent heel and toe springs provide axial deflection. The
split toe provides good ground compliance.
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.

Contraindications

This device might not be suitable for Activity Level 1 individuals or for competitive sports events,
as these types of users will be better served by a specially designed prosthesis optimized for their
needs.
Ensure that the user has understood all instructions for use, drawing particular attention to the
section regarding maintenance.
Clinical Benefits
• Vertical compliance for shock-absorption
• High levels of mobility for active users
• Improved prosthetic side push-off
• Increased walking speed
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