Blatchford BMK2 Knee, Instructions For Use Manual

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Safety Information
This warning symbol highlights important safety information which must be
followed carefully.
Any changes in the performance or
function of the knee e.g. restricted
movement, non-smooth motion or
unusual noises should be immediately
reported to your service provider.
During the terminal swing immediately
before heel strike, some impact noise
may be heard due to the extension
assist as the limb reaches full extension.
Always use a hand rail when descending
stairs and at any other time if available.
Avoid exposure to extreme heat and/
or cold.
The device is not intended to be used
in water or as a shower prosthesis. If
the knee comes into contact with water
wipe dry immediately.
The device is not suitable for extreme
sports, running or cycle racing, ice and
snow sports, extreme slopes and steps.
Any such activities undertaken are done
so completely at the users’ own risk.
Assembly, maintenance and repair of
the device must only be carried out by a
suitably qualified clinician.
When servicing the device make sure
there is no grease in the brake drum.
Ensure only suitably retrofitted vehicles
are used when driving. All persons are
required to observe their respective
driving laws when operating motor
vehicles.
The user must not adjust or tamper
with the setup of the device.
The user should be advised to contact
their clinician if their condition
changes.
Be aware of finger trap hazard at all
times.
Any excessive changes in heel height
after finalization of alignment may
adversely affect limb function.
Contraindications
This device is not suitable for users with:
• Extreme muscular weakness, contractures that cannot be correctly accommodated, or
proprioceptive dysfunction including poor balance.
• Contralateral joint instabilities or pathology.
• Complicated conditions involving multiple disabilities.
• Users, including bilateral transfemoral amputees, who require a yielding function from the
knee to descend stairs or to sit. This can result in damage of the brake mechanism that can
adversely affect stability and durability.
Clinical Benefits
• Stabilizing knee activates smoothly on weight bearing to give security when standing and
when traversing uneven ground. It then releases cleanly at toe off.
• Resilient action of stabilizing mechanism gives limited stance flexion which reduces shock
at heel strike.
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