Blatchford BMK2 Knee, Instructions For Use Manual

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Description and Intended Purpose
These instructions are for the clinician/practitioner.
The term
device
is used throughout these instructions for use to refer to BMK2 knee.
Ensure that the user understands all instructions for use, drawing particular attention to the
maintenance and safety information.
Users must be given gait training before using this device.
Application
This device is to be used exclusively as part of a lower limb prosthesis.
The device is a compact weight activated knee with an adjustable spring extension bias.
This device is intended for a single user.
Features
• Weight activated adjustable stance control
• Adjustable extension bias control incorporating terminal impact damping
• Maximum flexion angle 130 °
Activity Level
This device is for Activity Level 1 and 2 users only. For maximum user weight see Section 13
Technical Data .
Activity Level 1
Has the ability or potential to use a prosthesis for transfers or ambulation on level surfaces at fixed
cadence. Typical of the limited and unlimited household ambulator.
Activity Level 2
Has the ability or potential for ambulation with the ability to traverse low-level environmental barriers
such as curbs, stairs, or uneven surfaces. Typical of the limited community ambulator.
Activity Level 3
Has the ability or potential for ambulation with variable cadence. Typical of the community ambulator
who has the ability to traverse most environmental barriers and may have vocational, therapeutic, or
exercise activity that demands prosthetic utilization beyond simple locomotion.
Activity Level 4
Has the ability or potential for prosthetic ambulation that exceeds basic ambulation skills, exhibiting
high impact, stress, or energy levels. Typical of the prosthetic demands of the child, active adult, or
athlete..
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