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CDS

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 Elbow Brace Duo

User Instructions

Contents

1. Introduction

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1.1. Foreword

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1.2. Customer information

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1.3. Mode of operation

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1.4. Application

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1.5. Scope of delivery

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1.6. Declaration of conformity

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1.7. Features

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1.8. Indications

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1.9. Contra-indications

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1.10. Safety Instructions

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1.11. Warranty

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2. Adjustment by the orthopaedic technician

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2.1. Fitting to the patient

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2.1.1. Adjusting the brace to the arm shape by using an  
orthopaedic “bending iron”

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2.1.2. Setting the shell components

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2.2. Setting the limitation

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2.2.1. Setting the flexion stop

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2.2.2. Setting the extension stop

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2.2.3. Setting the switchover point between flexion and extension

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2.3. Assembling and adjusting the adjustable handle 

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Summary of Contents for CDS ELBOW BRACE DUO

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

Page 2: ...ons 5 1 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 arm shape by using an orthopaedic bending iron 7 2 1 2 Setting the shell components 8 2 2 Setting the limitation 9 2 2 1 Setting the flexion stop 9 2 2 2 Setting the extension stop 9 2 2 3 Setting the switchover point between flexion and extens...

Page 3: ...trap lengths as necessary 14 2 4 4 Final adjustment 14 2 4 5 Setting the spring tension to the intensity needed by the patient 15 2 4 6 Changing the spring tension 15 3 Handling by the patient 16 3 1 Removing the brace 16 3 2 Putting on the brace 17 4 Cleaning maintenance and disinfection 18 4 1 Care 18 5 Technical data 19 6 Size chart and article numbers 19 7 Transfer of the brace 20 8 Disposal 2...

Page 4: ...brecht GmbH directly before you use the brace This particularly applies to the safety instructions 1 3 Mode of operation The CDS Elbow Brace Duo functions according to the CDS principle and has been designed for the simultaneous treatment of extension and flexion deficits of the elbow The brace applies a dynamic low load prolonged stretch to stimulate growth in the contracted tissue The adjustable...

Page 5: ...ons 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 surgery After conservative treatment of capsular ligament injuries In arthrosis and chronic polyarthritis After burns After strokes After spinal cord injuries After cranio cerebral trauma CCT To prevent new contractures after arthrolysis...

Page 6: ...hysician 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 suppl...

Page 7: ...strap lengths can be adjusted to different girths and shortened if necessary 2 1 1 Adjusting the brace to the arm 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 arm with the aid of a bending iron When adjusting the hinge rods to the shape of the extermity by using an orthopaedic bending iron you must n...

Page 8: ...eable 1 Detach the pad 2 Loosen the screws on the shell components with the supplied tool without unscrewing them completly 3 Move the shell components into the desired position 4 Tighten the screws again 5 Attach the pad again 1 5 4 2 3 The shell components can be adjusted to the shape of the extremity ...

Page 9: ...ng the extension stop Bring the brace into flexion Turn the outer ring of the casing from STOP through extension as far as the stop You can now set the extension stop to the desired number of degrees Then turn the outer ring back until the marker hole clicks into place at STOP The extension and flexion stops should be adjusted to the progress of treatment as the patient s mobility increases a Oute...

Page 10: ...en steps between 46 and 92 To set this point you should tense the spring slightly To adjust the switchover point align the spring push rod exactly between the two setting marks on the joint rod Swivel the brace accordingly The knob can now be pushed in Turn the knob clockwise in this position until the stop The stop pointer shows the number of degrees for the switchover point on the inner scale Af...

Page 11: ...rod between the hinge rod and forearm shell After aligning the components insert the longer fixing screws provided into the threaded holes in the hinge rod You can adjust the angle of the handle infinitely from 70 pronation to 70 supination by loosening the knurled screw and fix it in the desired position 4 Insert the fixing screws again and tighten them 5 Insert the pads again 3 5 2 1 4 ...

Page 12: ...f the brace by the orthopaedic technician 2 4 1 Attaching the brace to the arm Now open the straps by opening the clips To facilitate attaching of the brace on the patients adjust the length of all brace straps to their maximum length without unthreading them ...

Page 13: ...elbow Place the brace on the patient s arm from below Ensure that the pivot of the brace hinge matches the physiological pivot of the elbow Adjust strap lengths as necessary It is possible for you to adjust the arm rods to the shape of the patient s arm by using a bending iron ...

Page 14: ...ure it 2 Fasten the forearm strap next to the joint 3 Fasten the forearm strap further from the joint 4 Fasten the wide upper arm strap 1 2 3 4 2 4 4 Final adjustment After fastening the individual straps check that the straps are the correct length and that the brace is in correct position and correct if necessary Ensure that the straps are not too tight so as not to interfere with the circulatio...

Page 15: ...g tension by turning it clockwise Then close the crank again The spring tension may be adjusted only in consultation with the treating physician 2 4 6 Changing the spring tension The spring tension can be adjusted to treatment progress After flipping up the crank you can increase the spring tension by turning it clockwise and reduce it by turning it anticlockwise The spring tension may be adjusted...

Page 16: ...tions 3 Handling by the patient 3 1 Removing the brace 1 To remove the brace first open the wide elastic upper arm strap 2 Then open the remaining straps by opening the clips and do not unthread the straps Take off the brace 1 2 2 2 2 2 ...

Page 17: ...from below 2 First fasten the narrow upper arm strap to secure it 3 Fasten the forearm strap next to the joint 4 Fasten the forearm strap further from the joint 5 Fasten the wide elastic upper arm strap 1 2 2 3 4 5 We wish you a successful course of treatment and are available for further questions ...

Page 18: ...mild detergent and or disinfectant Not machine washable The CDS Elbow Brace Duo 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 A...

Page 19: ...M L 905MM R Elbow DUO M M with handle 18 21 5 cm 23 cm 20 30 cm 18 24 cm 9051MM L 9051MM R Name Material Weight 857g 1058g 1081g Padding material PU foam with PA hook and loop velour Strap material PA strap with PA hook and loop velour Handle latex free foam material Brace material aluminium Bezeichnung Art Nr links Art Nr rechts Adjustable handle 993A HL 993A HR Adjustable hand rest L 994L HL 994...

Page 20: ...ensure to pass on the care and cleaning 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 ...

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Page 24: ...N T S P E N D I N G V E R S I O N E N 0 9 2 0 2 0 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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