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CDS

®

 Ankle Brace Neuro

User Instructions

4. 

Attaching the brace

 

Ensure that the pivot of the brace hinges matches the physiological pivot of 
the ankle. It is possible to adjust the thigh rods to the shape of the patient‘s 
leg by using a bending iron. Ensure that the hinges are as parallel to one 
another as possible to ensure wear-free function of the brace.

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Summary of Contents for CDS ANKLE BRACE NEURO

Page 1: ...U S E R I N S T R U C T I O N S C D S A N K L E B R A C E N E U R O D Y N A M I C S P R I N G L O A D E D A N K L E O R T H O S I S ...

Page 2: ... 10 Safety Instructions 6 1 11 Warranty 6 2 Adjustment by the orthopaedic technician 7 2 1 Fitting to the patient 7 2 1 1 Adjusting the brace to the leg shape by using an orthopaedic bending iron 7 2 1 2 Optional installation of the brace covers 8 2 1 3 Adjusting the distance between the hinge rods 9 2 2 Adjusting the brace 10 2 2 1 Setting the limitation 10 2 2 2 Fine adjustment 11 2 2 3 Changing...

Page 3: ...ion on the foot part 16 2 3 4 Adjusting the vacuum foot rest 17 2 3 5 Final adjustment 19 2 3 6 Activate the spring tension 19 2 3 7 Setting the spring tension to the intensity needed by the patient 20 2 3 8 Changing the spring tension 21 2 3 9 Removing the brace 22 3 Cleaning maintenance and disinfection 23 3 1 Care 23 4 Technical data 24 5 Size chart and article numbers 24 6 Transfer of the brac...

Page 4: ...ion is not fully understandable please 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 CDS Ankle Brace Neuro functions according to the CDS principle and has been designed to treat an extension deficit of the ankle The brace applies a dynamic low load prolonged stretch to s...

Page 5: ...d supination Adjustable rotation Including vacuum pump Optimized paddingsystem Easy attachment thanks to flexible pads Optionally attachable hinge covers 1 8 Indications The physician will prescribe the type of treatment to apply based on his or her diagnostic findings Generally the use is indicated in Joint contractures After strokes After spinal cord injuries Paralysis discrete palsy of peripher...

Page 6: ...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 vicinity of open flames such as lighters and cigarettes The mechanical functions must only be adjusted using the supp...

Page 7: ...e strap lengths can be adjusted to different girths and shortened if necessary 2 1 1 Adjusting the brace to the leg shape by using an orthopaedic bending iron To ensure that the brace fits perfectly the hinge rods can be adjusted to the shape of the patient s leg with the aid of a bending iron bending iron When adjusting the hinge rods to the shape of the extermity by using an orthopaedic bending ...

Page 8: ... the hinge rod underneath the fine adjustment 2 Stick the three small adhesive coins onto the hinge 3 Hook and loop fasten the gripper to the calf pad 4 Pull the cut out pad over the hinge and hook and loop fasten it to the hinge rod 5 Position the second pad on the hinge and hook and loop fasten it to the gripper 1 3 5 2 4 ...

Page 9: ...ce between the hinge rods 1 You can change the distance of the hinge rods from the lateral edge of the sole 2 To do so loosen the screws in the sole plate 3 Move the hinge rods singly 4 When the optimal position of both rods has been found fix the footbar again 1 3 2 4 ...

Page 10: ...into plantar extension 3 Then turn the stop screw with the supplied tool from the CDS housing Before screwing it into one of the three holes bring the brace into maximum plantar extension This prevents the stop screw from making contact with the mobile hinge rod when it is tightened which could damage the CDS housing 2 3 OFF 1 The limitation should be adjusted to treatment progress with increasing...

Page 11: ...2 2 Fine adjustment Fine adjustment gives you the option of infinitely variable limitation stop Ensure that the spring tension is deactivated 1 Set the flexion stop according to the scale 0 15 The setting reduces the already set limitation 1 1 1 ...

Page 12: ...tting This adjustment is made possible by rotating the hinge capsule relative to the lower leg hinge rod To do this there are two screws on the inside of the hinge capsule By removing these screws you can adjust the hinge capsule to the required working range in 15 steps 1 Remove the pad 2 Remove the screws with the supplied tool 3 Set the required angle 4 Insert the screws again and tighten them ...

Page 13: ...e attaching the brace you must deactivate the spring tension 1 Turn the green switch to off 2 Bring the brace into plantar extension 3 Open the strap fasteners To make it easier to apply the brace to the patient adjust the length of the lower leg straps to their maximum length without unthreading them Open the instep and toe strap 2 OFF 1 3 ...

Page 14: ...e pivot of the brace hinges matches the physiological pivot of the ankle It is possible to adjust the thigh rods to the shape of the patient s leg by using a bending iron Ensure that the hinges are as parallel to one another as possible to ensure wear free function of the brace 4 ...

Page 15: ...sible for you to set the angle of rotation to 15 or 30 1 Remove the pad beneath the sole 2 Loosen the fixing screw with the supplied tool 3 Unscrew the adjusting screw 4 Position the foot piece at the number of degrees required by the patient 5 Insert the adjusting screw again and tighten it 6 Tighten the fixing screw 1 4 2 5 3 6 ...

Page 16: ... 3 Setting pronation or supination on the foot part 1 Loosen the screws of the two terminal blocks with the supplied tool 2 Turn the sole part into the desired pronation or supination and tighten the two screws again 3 Insert the pad again 1 3 3 2 ...

Page 17: ...and shorten them as needed 1 Open the two foot straps 2 Place the brace on the patient s leg 3 Close the two lower leg straps 4 Close the two foot straps 5 Attach the valve of the vacuum pump to the vacuum pad valve connector without pressing the grey release button Please note the two valves must lock audibly 1 4 2 5 3 ...

Page 18: ... pump Please note the air is fully aspirated when you feel obvious resistance when pumping 7 Detach the valve of the vacuum pump from the vacuum pad valve connector of the by pressing the grey release button 8 Open the foot straps again to retighten them and close them again 9 Brace in place 6 7 9 8 8 ...

Page 19: ... correct position and correct if necessary Ensure that the straps are not too tight so as not to interfere with the circulation 2 3 6 Activate the spring tension 1 To activate the spring tension turn the green switch to on 2 Bring the brace into plantar extension The intensity of the spring tension is not altered by activation or deactivation of the spring tension ON 1 2 ...

Page 20: ... range in the CDS hinge window must be avoided 2 Insert the tool as far as it will go into the side hole on the hinge By turning clockwise or towards the spring tension is increased and it is decreased by turning anticlockwise or towards The intensity of the spring tension must be equal in both hinges The intensity of the spring tension is not altered by activation or deactivation of the spring te...

Page 21: ...rque in Nm Settings 2 3 8 Changing the spring tension The spring tension can be adjusted according to the to treatment progress Insert the tool as far as it will go into the side hole on the hinge By turning clockwise or towards the spring tension is increased and it is decreased by turning anticlockwise or towards The spring tension may be adjusted only in consultation with the treating physician...

Page 22: ...activate the spring tension To do so turn the green switch to off 2 Bring the brace into plantar extension 3 To remove the brace only open the clips and straps 4 To release the vacuum press the small ring on the vacuum pad valve connector for a few seconds The vacuum pad refills with air and is now ready for use again OFF 1 3 2 3 3 4 3 4 ...

Page 23: ...mild detergent and or disinfectant Not machine washable The CDS Ankle Brace Neuro 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 mild alcohol based disinfectant is recommended...

Page 24: ...ft right Ankle Brace Neuro L L 36 38 5 cm 32 47 cm 44 47 32 cm 922LL Ankle Brace Neuro L M 36 38 5 cm 32 47 cm 37 43 28 5 cm 922LM Name Material Weight 1250g Padding material PU foam with PA hook and loop velour partially silicone coated Strap material PA strap with PA hook and loop velour Brace material aluminium Vacuum pad PU foil Coating vacuum pad Cotton terry with PU coating ...

Page 25: ... ensure to pass on the care and cleaning instructions and have the brace checked by an authorized specialist dealer for safe and proper operation 7 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...

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