Ottobock 28R14 Instructions D'utilisation page 10

Ensure that the product is applied properly and fits correctly.
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CAUTION
Loosening the ratchet closures
Loss of the support function, injuries due to wear or unintentional release of the ratchet closures
At each application, ensure that the ratchet closures audibly engage in the waistband. The
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waistband must not slip out under load.
Practice the application and removal of the product with the patient.
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In case of damage or noticeable changes in the product, the patient should consult a spe­
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cialist workshop.
INFORMATION
Continuous, direct skin contact with the product can lead to skin irritation. Only wear the prod­
uct over clothing (e.g. a T-shirt or undershirt) in daily use. For limited times (e.g. water therapy),
the product can also be worn directly on intact skin.
INFORMATION
The daily duration of use and period of application are generally determined by the physi­
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cian.
The initial fitting and application of the product must be carried out by qualified personnel.
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Instruct the patient in the handling and care of the product.
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Instruct the patient to see a physician immediately if any exceptional changes are noted (e.g.
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worsening of the complaint).
Ottobock recommends arranging the metal parts by hand, or using bending irons with rounded
edges. Do not bend the adjustment area of the slotted parts or the guiding element in the base
plate.
1) To adapt the length, release the screws inside the supports and the base plate (see fig. 2).
2) Adapt the sternal support and symphysis support to the height of the patient while observing
the extension length. The length of the sternal support can be adjusted by around 20 mm over
the chest bar. It can be pushed freely along the chest bar.
3) Option: A short chest bar 29R138=200 and a long chest bar 29R138=350 are available as
accessories. To exchange the chest bar, remove the 3 screws of the base plate and reassem­
ble the sternal support (see fig. 2, see fig. 3).
4) If pushing the slot is not enough for a short torso, the chest bar can be shortened (see fig. 4).
5) After adapting, check and tighten the screws.
6) Shorten the pad of the back support on the embossed cut edges to the desired circumfer­
ence.
7) The brace can be fitted on without any problem via the ratchet closures. To open the brace,
actuate one of the pushbuttons on the ratchet closure. The closing aid helps orientation when
finding the correct setting of the waistband (see fig. 5).
8) Check the correct fit of the brace and adjust if necessary.
When the brace is fitted-on, but has not yet been handed over to the patient, check
• Pressure, placement and fit of the 3 supports
• Tension and fitting of waistband and base plate
• Fit and hyperextension effect in the sitting position
INFORMATION
During the first fitting, pay special attention that the waistband latches into the ratchet closure,
as this helps prevent the waistband from slipping out under pressure.
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