Ottobock 28U90 Instrucciones De Uso página 10

NOTICE
Use without suitable footwear
Restriction of functionality due to insufficient stabilisation
► Only use the orthosis with closed footwear, taking the allowable effective heel height into
account.
Adapting the orthosis size:
1) If necessary: Cut or sand down the orthosis to size according to shoe size.
2) Then, deburr the worked edges and polish out any notches.
Adapting the orthosis:
1) If necessary: Thermoplastically re-form the orthosis by applying gentle heat to a limited
extent.
NOTICE! Re-forming of the orthosis in cold conditions or at temperatures above 80°C
is not permitted.
2) Attach the calf pad and the hook-and-loop strap (see fig. 2).
INFORMATION: The hook-and-loop strap can be fastened medially or laterally.
3) Once fitting is complete, reattach the hook-and-loop strap to the calf pad (see fig. 3).
Final inspection:
► Conduct trial walking with the patient. Testing on inclines, ramps and stairs is mandatory.
Fine tune as required.
4.3 Application
NOTICE
Mechanical overload
Impaired functionality due to mechanical damage
► Check the product for damage prior to each use.
► Do not use the product if its functionality has been impaired.
► Take any necessary measures (e.g. repair, replacement, inspection by the manufacturer's
customer service, etc.).
1. Open the hook-and-loop strap.
2. Insert the orthosis into the shoe.
3. Put the orthosis on together with the shoe.
4. Tighten and close the hook-and-look strap.
4.4 Cleaning
Clean the orthosis regularly:
Textile component:
1) Remove the textile component from the orthosis.
2) Close all hook-and-loop closures.
3) Hand wash the textile component in warm water at 30 °C with a standard mild detergent.
Rinse thoroughly.
4) Allow to air dry. Do not expose to direct heat sources (e.g. sunlight, stove or radiator).
Composite component:
1) Wipe with a damp cloth as needed.
2) Allow to air dry. Do not expose to direct heat sources (e.g. sunlight, stove or radiator).
5 Disposal
Dispose of the product in accordance with national regulations.
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