Össur Rebound Cartilage Notice D'utilisation page 4

5. Remove brace from leg.
ONE-TIME STRAP LENGTH ADJUSTMENT (RECOMMENDED)
1. Remove alligator clip and trim strap to desired length. Alligator
clips should be positioned near the Quick Fit buckles, away from
popliteal region (Figure 8). note: to comfortably adjust the
Cartilage Protection Straps™, first peel back the sleeve hooks so
that they do not interfere with the strap loop.
2. Repeat for all straps.
RANGE OF MOTION ADJUSTMENT (ROM)
The device comes with a 0° extension stop installed. Additional
extension stops of 5°, 10°, 15° and 30° have been provided. Flexion
stops of 0°, 30°, 60°, 90° are also included.
note: Optimal corrective forces are applied at full extension. If patient
requires an extension stop change, make sure to re-adjust tension in
Cartilage Protection Straps™ if more unloading is required.
TO CHANGE RANGE OF MOTION
1. Peel condyle pad from hinge to expose screw.
2. Remove retaining screw.
3. Slide 0° stop out of hinge.
4. Insert desired extension stop/flexion stop.
5. Secure with retaining screw (do not over tighten).
BRACE MAINTENANCE
Rebound
Follow these easy maintenance steps to keep brace in good condition.
CLEANING
• Liner sleeve and liners may be wiped down while on the brace with
disinfectant liquid to prevent build-up of harmful bacteria and
wiped with an antibacterial detergent once per week.
• For more thorough cleaning: liners, straps and strap pads may be
removed for cleaning.
• Recommended that sleeve hooks are not removed and stay
attached to the liner sleeve straps when cleaning.
• Hand-wash using mild non-detergent soap.
• do not machine wash.
• do not place in dryer.
• Rinse thoroughly and air dry.
• To aid in strap application after cleaning, see Figure 9 for final
brace configuration.
HINGE
• For safety reasons, hinge should only be disassembled by a health
care professional.
• Check regularly for foreign materials in hinge (i. e. dirt or grass).
• Clean dirt from hinge using tap water and/or compressed air.
note: If brace is used in salt water or chlorinated water, rinse well
with fresh tap water and air dry. A regular service routine will ensure
hinge, liners, straps and pads are in optimal working condition.
BRACE ACCESSORIES
Össur offers accessories that meet specific needs of the Rebound
Cartilage. These accessories can be purchased through the brace
provider or Össur Customer Service Department:
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Cartilage is designed for minimum maintenance and care.
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