Albrecht 8501LL-L User Instructions Download Page 5

1.7. Features

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Anatomically formed hinge rods and shells

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Individually adjustable straps

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Limits can be adjusted without tools

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Easy handling and high wearing comfort

Elbo-track L/L, M/M, S/S and Junior:

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Extension limit can be adjusted in 
15° intervals from 0° until 135°

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Flexion limit can be adjusted in  
15° intervals from 0° until 120°

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Immobilisation of the brace can be adjusted 
in 15° intervals between 0° and 135°

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Assembly of an adjustable handle possible 
for sizes L/L and M/M

Elbo-track Bambini:

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Extension limit can be adjusted in 
10°intervals from -10° until 100°, to allow  
for physiological hyperextension

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Flexion limit can be adjusted in  
10° intervals from -10° until 130°

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Immobilisation of the brace can be adjusted 
in 10° intervals between -10° and 100°

1.8. Indications

The physician decides on management based 
on diagnostic findings.

The treatment is generally indicated for:

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Mild to moderate instability of the elbow 
joint

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Post-traumatic and postoperative 
immobilization

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Guided movement of the elbow joint

For any other indications, the physician must 
be consulted.

1.9. Contraindications

The brace is intended exclusively for contact 
with intact skin.

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User Instructions

Summary of Contents for 8501LL-L

Page 1: ... S E R I N S T R U C T I O N S E L B O T R A C K H I N G E D E L B O W B R A C E W I T H E X T E N S I O N A N D F L E X I O N L I M I TAT I O N O P T I O N A L LY W I T H A D J U S TA B L E H A N D L E ...

Page 2: ...rranty 6 2 Adjustments by the orthopaedic technician 7 2 1 Fitting on the patient 7 2 1 1 Adjusting the brace to the arm shape by using an orthopaedic bending iron 7 2 1 2 Adjusting the brace components 8 2 1 3 Assembling and adjusting the adjustable handle 9 2 2 Hinge adjustments 10 2 2 1 Opening the hinge cover 10 2 2 2 Setting extension e g to 30 11 2 2 4 Immobilizing the brace e g at 30 12 2 2...

Page 3: ...the orthopaedic technician 16 2 4 1 Placing the brace on the arm 16 2 4 2 Setting the strap lengths and adjusting them as necessary 17 2 4 3 Final adjustment 17 3 Handling by the patient 18 3 1 Taking off the brace 18 3 2 Putting on the brace 19 4 Cleaning maintenance and disinfection 20 4 1 Care 20 5 Technical data materials 21 6 Table of sizes and article numbers 21 7 Transfer of the brace 22 8 ...

Page 4: ... contact the appropriate specialist retailer or albrecht GmbH directly before you use the brace This particularly applies to the safety instructions 1 3 Mode of operation The Elbo track elbow brace stabilizes and relieves the joint and tendons after tendon injury during conservative and postoperative rehabilitation The shell and strap construction allows comfortable individual fitting helping to m...

Page 5: ...Extension limit can be adjusted in 10 intervals from 10 until 100 to allow for physiological hyperextension Flexion limit can be adjusted in 10 intervals from 10 until 130 Immobilisation of the brace can be adjusted in 10 intervals between 10 and 100 1 8 Indications The physician decides on management based on diagnostic findings The treatment is generally indicated for Mild to moderate instabilit...

Page 6: ...r single use but is intended for multiple use by a single person The product as delivered is not sterile Contact your physician immediately in the event of an allergic reaction Please note that cushioned sections can heat up under direct sunlight Protect the orthosis from direct sunlight if necessary Currently there is no test for flammability Exercise caution when using the orthosis in the direct...

Page 7: ...hape by using an orthopaedic bending iron The brace is anatomically contoured However if a different shape is required the hinge rods can be adjusted to the shape of the patient s arm with the aid of an orthopaedic bending iron Loosen the screws on the shell components and either move or remove them Then adjust the hinge rods to the shape of the extremity bending iron When adjusting the hinge rods...

Page 8: ...e adjustable 1 Loosen the screws on the brace components using the tool provided 2 Move the components into the desired position 3 Tighten the screws again The brace components can be adjusted by shaping to the contour 3 1 2 3 2 1 8 Elbo track User Instructions ...

Page 9: ...ing the components insert the longer fixing screws provided into the threaded holes in the hinge rod To adjust the length of the handle to the length of the arm lift the pad off the screws to allow the screws to be loosened by one turn After adjusting the handle tighten the screws again 4 You can adjust the angle of the handle infinitely from 70 pronation to 70 supination by loosening the knurled ...

Page 10: ...er 1 Hinge with closed cover 2 Open the hinge cover by pushing it off the hinge with your fingers 3 Hinge with the stop pins in neutral position In this position there is maximum extension and flexion of the brace 2 1 3 10 Elbo track User Instructions ...

Page 11: ...s now set to 30 extension Maximum flexion is still possible 5 4 2 2 3 Setting flexion e g to 60 6 To set flexion pivot the brace in extension against the already positioned stop pin for extension 7 Withdraw the stop pin for flexion from the position 8 Insert the pin into the desired hole for flexion 60 in this case The brace is now set to 60 flexion and 30 extension 6 7 8 www albrechtgmbh com 11 U...

Page 12: ...ension against the stop pin for extension Then insert the stop pin for flexion in the 30 hole for flexion The brace is now immobilized at 30 9 2 2 5 Securing the stop pins After all adjustments close the hinge cover and press it against the hinge until you hear it click into place The stop pins are now secured against sliding out accidentally 12 Elbo track User Instructions ...

Page 13: ...ps by appropriate positioning of the stop pins In order to set the Extension Flexion limitation and the immobilisation the follwing steps must be executed 2 3 1 Remove the hinge cover 1 Rotate the hinge cover 90 2 Remove the cover from the hinge 1 1 2 www albrechtgmbh com 13 User Instructions ...

Page 14: ...itation bring the brace into flexion 2 Place the stop into the desired position 1 2 2 2 3 3 Setting the flexion limitation 1 In order to set the flexion limitation bring the brace into extension 2 Place the stop into the desired position 1 2 2 14 Elbo track User Instructions ...

Page 15: ...ion and position the flexion stop adjacent to the hinge rod 2 3 5 Reattach the hinge cover 1 Make sure that both stops are placed in the holes 2 Reattach the cover and rotate it 90 until the locking position The hinge cover must always be closed after any adjustment in order to secure the stops 1 2 www albrechtgmbh com 15 User Instructions ...

Page 16: ...ace on the arm 1 Place the brace on the patient s arm from below Ensure that the pivot point of the brace hinge coincides with the physiological elbow pivot point 1 It is possible to adjust the arm rods to the patient s arm contour by bending them 16 Elbo track User Instructions ...

Page 17: ...m strap nearer to the joint 3 Close the forearm strap further from the joint 4 Close the wide upper arm strap 1 2 3 4 2 4 3 Final adjustment After closing the individual straps check the strap lengths and check that the brace is in the right position correcting this if necessary Ensure that the straps are not too tight so as not to interfere with the circulation www albrechtgmbh com 17 User Instru...

Page 18: ...tient 3 1 Taking off the brace 1 4 Open the strap fasteners To remove the brace simply open the clips and do not unthread the straps 5 Remove the brace downwards Take off the brace 1 4 2 5 3 18 Elbo track User Instructions ...

Page 19: ...3 2 Putting on the brace Close the clips in the stated order 1 Place the brace on your arm from below 2 5 Close the clips in the stated order 1 4 2 5 3 www albrechtgmbh com 19 User Instructions ...

Page 20: ... fabrics can be washed by hand at 30 C using water and a mild detergent and or disinfectant Not machine washable The Elbo track can be dried in the open air In the case of more severe soiling a replacement set of textile parts is available Wipe down surfaces with a cloth soaked with disinfectant Wet completely and do not wipe off Spray inaccessible surfaces When spraying ensure complete wetting A ...

Page 21: ... track S S 17 20 cm 17 5 20 5 cm 15 21 cm 14 19 cm 850SS L 850SS R Elbo track Junior Green 17 20 cm 17 5 20 5 cm 15 21 cm 14 19 cm 850SS GL 850SS GR Elbo track Junior Blue 17 20 cm 17 5 20 5 cm 15 21 cm 14 19 cm 850SS BL 850SS BR Elbo track Junior Orange 17 20 cm 17 5 20 5 cm 15 21 cm 14 19 cm 850SS OL 850SS OR Elbo track Junior Pink 17 20 cm 17 5 20 5 cm 15 21 cm 14 19 cm 850SS PL 850SS PR Elbo t...

Page 22: ...ing instructions and have the brace checked by an authorized specialist dealer for safe and proper operation 8 Disposal The brace contains recyclable materials without toxic or other harmful substances or other environmentally hazardous substances Provided it is not contaminated with infectious germs the brace can be deposited in the normal waste disposal To be sure consult your specialist orthopa...

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Page 24: ... 0 2 0 1 9 a l b r e c h t G m b H C H I E M S E E S T R A S S E 8 1 D 8 3 2 3 3 B E R N A U A M C H I E M S E E G E R M A N Y P H O N E 4 9 0 8 0 5 1 9 6 1 2 9 0 FA X 4 9 0 8 0 5 1 9 6 1 2 9 3 0 I N F O A L B R E C H T G M B H C O M W W W A L B R E C H T G M B H C O M ...

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