REF.: 1204 | ARnEtEc® FIX
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND PRESERVATION
Dear customer,
Thank you for your trust in this Orliman product. You have acquired a quality product with a high
medicinal value. Please, read the instructions carefully. If you have any doubt, get in contact with
your doctor, your orthopaedist specialist or our customer service department. Orliman appreci-
ates your choice and wishes you a speedy recovery.
REGULATION
These products satisfy the European Medical Device Directive 93/42/CEE (RD. 1591/2009). A Risk
Analysis has been carried out (UNE-EN ISO 14971) minimising all the existing risks. The trials have
been carried out in accordance with the European regulation (UNE-EN ISO 22523) of Prosthesis
and Orthesis.
SUITABLE FOR
Any restraint system is indicated in all cases where, insecurity, lack of postural control or risk
to the patient may become unstable, both in active or passive means (wheelchairs, beds, etc.).
They opt for either of these devices as postural control needs and support required by the patient.
These devices have no specific and multiple reasons are both psychological and physical that re-
quire this treatment.
FITTING INSTRUCTIONS
THE PRODUCT SHOULD BE ADJUSTED BY YOUR ORTHOPAEDIC TECHNICIAN OR IN ACCORDANCE
WITH DOCTOR’S ORDERS.
In order to obtain a greater degree of therapeutic effectiveness in the
different pathologies and to prolong the life and utility of the product, it is fundamental that the
correct size adequate for each patient or user is chosen (enclosed in the packet is a diagram with
all the sizes and the equivalent in centimetres). An excess compression can produce intolerance,
therefore we recommend that the compression be regulated to an optimum degree.
HIP BELT SELECTION GUIDE - SELECTING A HIP BELT
Measure the width of the hip between the greater trochanters with the person seated,
considering other factors such as growth, weight variations and clothing.
SUPPORT ANGLES
The hip belt angle directly influences the pelvis traction angle. In general, the traction
angle can be determined by imagining the therapist standing opposite the user, with
his or her hands supporting or correcting the user’s posture; the belt should be extend-
ed to form the same angle as the arms of the therapist. The belt simply pulls towards
the point where the therapist would push with his or her hands. If the therapist needs
to PUSH downwards and backwards, the belt must PULL downwards and backwards.
This concept also works with obliquity, rotation and other asymmetric postures.
Considerations:
A support angle of 60° to the seat places the hip belt in anterior and inferior position to the ASIS,
which reduces the tendency of the patient with a posterior pelvis inclination to slide underneath
the belt.
Higher support to the rear post helps to position users with anterior pelvic inclination. A support
angle of 30° pulls back the upper part of the pelvis, but can be problematic for users with neutral
or posterior pelvic inclination.
The support angle may need to be modified to adapt to specific situations, such as wounds in the
pelvic area, unstable hip joints or gastric tubes.
1200-VELCRO-BUCKLE FASTENER PELVIC BELT
Define the required fastening point in the chair frame (back or seat), simultaneously fasten the
attachment slides and rings using the support screw.
Align the cushioning pad on the patient at pelvis level and fasten as appropriate using the strap
in the regulating slides.
The central Velcro strips allow the harness to be opened and closed.
Finally, fasten the central buckle and pull on the nylon dobby to adjust to the required compres-
sion.
1201-VELCRO FASTENER PELVIC BELT
Define the required fastening point in the chair frame (back or seat), simultaneously fasten the
attachment slides and rings using the support screw. Align the cushioning pad on the patient at
pelvis level and fasten as appropriate using the strap in the regulating slides.
The central Velcro strips allow the harness to be opened and closed
1202-BUCKLE FASTENER PELVIC BELT
Define the required fastening point in the chair frame (back or seat), simultaneously fasten the
attachment slides and rings using the support screw. Align the cushioning pads on the patient at
pelvis level and fasten both using the central buckle, then pull on the nylon dobbies in order to
achieve the required compression.
MEASUREMENT FOR A LEG HARNESS
When selecting a harness for leg abduction, measure from the ASIS (anterior superior
iliac spine), up to the point where the inner thigh touches the seat.
1203-LEG ABDUCTOR STRAPS
Define the chair frame points to secure the rings to the frame.
As these are individual supports for each leg, each strap has attachment points on the ends.
Initially fasten the lower strap to the rear part of the seat frame or the lower part of the seat back.
Wrap the belt around the thigh, passing it through the perineal zone and fastening the other end
either to the bottom of the back or again to the seat frame.
Adjust using the slides, pulling firmly on the rings on the end of the adjustment strap.
1206-LEG ABDUCTOR HARNESS
Define the chair frame points to secure the rings to the frame.
This support system is made up of a base upon which the patient will be seated.
The rear part has 2 adjustable fastening straps.
The front part has 2 perineal straps which wrap around the thigh.
The ends have 2 support belts with an adjustment system; these belts are attached to the ring
which was placed previously on the chair frame. The perineal strap and the support belt are joined
by way of a button-buckle system to release the patient. Regulate support by pulling on the belts.
ANTERIOR TRUNK SUPPORT SPECIFICATIONS
Measure the width of the back. If the measurement is between 2 sizes, take into ac-
count other factors such as growth, weight variations and clothing.
1204-1205-TECHNICAL HARNESS JACKET WITH OR WITHOUT ZIP
The jacket has 4 attachment points on the chair frame, 2 on the back and another 2 on
the seat.
Fasten the rings to the chair frame at the required points; if they cannot be fastened to the frame,
fasten them directly to the chair cover attachment screws using the attachment slide.
The traction slides can be used to adjust the length of the straps.
The patient can be released from the vest using the buckles in the upper belts and the fastening
buttons in the lower section.
Model 1204 also includes a central zip in the middle of the vest for quicker release of the patient.
PRECAUTIONS
The constructive material is inflammable.
Do not expose these products to situations where they could ignite. If this were the case remove
them quickly and use the necessary measures to put it out. The material used is hypoallergenic,
however we cannot guarantee 100% that in some determined cases it will not produce allergies, if
this occurs, remove the product and see the doctor that prescribed it.
In case of minor irritations due to sweat, we recommend the use of a cotton sock, to separate
the skin from contact with the material. For small inconvenience caused by sweat, we recommend
using an interface to separate the skin from contact with the tissue. If rash, irritation or swell-
ing to remove the product and consult a doctor or prosthetist. Contraindicated in open scars with
swelling, redness and accumulation heat. The product contains natural rubber latex and may elicit
allergic responses in individuals who are sensitised to latex.
RECOMMENDATION-WARNINGS
These products are to be used only by those which have been medically prescribed to do so. Per-
sons unconnected to such prescriptions should not use them. When the product is not being used,
store in its original packaging. In order to dispose of the packaging and the product, strictly com-
ply with the legal norms of your community.
The use of the orthesis is conditioned to the recommendations of the prescribing doctor, therefore
it must not be used for any other means than those prescribed.
For the validity of the guarantee, the issuing establishment should comply with this sheet of in-
structions.
MANUFACTURE-CHARACTERISTICS
The material features used in production have been tested and approved and meet all the Euro-
pean quality requirements. All the products are produced with high quality materials and offer an
unbeatable comfort and quality of use. All products offer restraint, stability and compression for
the optimum treatment of the pathologies for which they have been designed.
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PRESERVATION AND CLEANING
Periodically wash by hand with lukewarm water and a neutral soap. To dry the orthesis, use a dry
towel to absorb most of the dampness and leave to dry at room temperature. Do not hang up or
iron and do not expose to direct heat sources such as stoves, heaters, radiators, direct sunlight
etc. During use or during washing do not use alcohols, ointments or solvents. If the orthesis is not
properly dried any detergent residues could irritate the skin and deteriorate the product.
GUARANTEES
ORLIMAN, S.L.U. guarantees all of its products, provided that their original configuration has not
been manipulated or altered. It does not guarantee products that have been altered because of
misuse, breakage or deficiencies of any type. If you find a deficiency or anomaly of any type, please
inform the establishment where you purchased it in order to exchange it. At Orliman, we appreci-
ate the confidence you have shown in our products and we wish you a speedy recovery.
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