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Instruction Manual

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Summary of Contents for HipTrac

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual H I P T R A C T I O N U N I T...

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Page 3: ...the HipTrac Works 6 HipTrac System Components 7 HipTrac Device Features and Controls 8 Notes on Hip Traction and the HipTrac 10 Getting Started 10 Using the HipTrac 11 Orientation Test and Sample Tre...

Page 4: ...ndications in this manual before using the HipTrac Page 10 Always consult your physician physical therapist or chiropractor if you have any specific questions or problems regarding the use of your Hip...

Page 5: ...und the joint This allows the individual to improve their mobility and increase their activity level with less pain Some individuals that benefit from hip traction may begin to reduce their use of pai...

Page 6: ...her directions It is important to understand that pain is a symptom of an underlying condition and the HipTrac device has no curative effect on the cause of your pain Therefore home hip traction is no...

Page 7: ...m is provided with Use only HipTrac replacement parts Order from MedRock Inc at 1 503 719 7775 A B E I F G H D C A HipTrac B Ankle Binding C Above the Knee Binding D Slide Carriage E Support Legs F Fo...

Page 8: ...ton that releases air from the cylinder and brings the HipTrac into neutral position The release button may also be used to assist in intermittent traction NOTE In an emergency fully depress and hold...

Page 9: ...to your calf achilles tendon Once centered then secure the two velcro straps around tightly Then place the Above the Knee Binding so that the bottom edge is right above your knee cap patella with you...

Page 10: ...ved from your health care provider Pay particular attention to the following items 1 Recommended traction force remember traction should never cause you pain 2 Recommended traction duration for each t...

Page 11: ...Open the HipTrac and place support legs into one of the three different positions Choose the one that is most comfortable to you or as prescribed by your health care provider Make sure that the hand p...

Page 12: ...action force reading and relax NOTE Should you pump beyond your recommended traction force depress and hold the air release button immediately until desired amount is obtained 7 After you have reached...

Page 13: ...p answer these questions but also provides some framework for progressing the different parameters Like any tool device or technique the health care providers will use the 3 pillars of evidence based...

Page 14: ...act us at info medrock com 2 If you are having trouble securing the bindings refer to Page 9 under Binding or you may also watch the instructional videos on our website www medrock com hiptrac foam ro...

Page 15: ...nc will repair or replace at its factory any devices found to have become defective within the warranty period This warranty does not apply to accessories nor does it apply to units that have been dam...

Page 16: ...MEDROCK INC 101 SW MADISON STREET SUITE 9262 PORTLAND OR 97207 USA P 1 503 719 7775 F 1 503 719 7879 www MEDROCK com...

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