Össur REBOUND AIR WALKER, Instructions For Use Manual

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Medical Device
Caution: This device contains natural rubber latex which may
cause allergic reactions.
INTENDED USE
The device is intended for immobilization of the foot and ankle
Indications for use
Rebound Air Walker:
Foot and ankle conditions that may benefit from motion restriction, such
as:
• Grade 2 and 3 ankle sprains
• Stable fractures
• Tendon or ligamentous sprain
During postoperative or rehab phase. If used with the Achilles Wedge Kit,
Achilles ruptures can be treated as well.
Rebound Air Walker Low Top:
Foot and ankle conditions that may benefit from motion restriction, such
as:
• Stable foot fractures
• Tendon or ligamentous sprain
During postoperative or rehab phase.
Warnings and Cautions:
• Ensure not to overinflate the air chamber.
• Caution should be used if prescribed for patients with diabetes,
vascular deficiency, and neuropathy:
– The skin should be checked regularly
– Overinflation of the air chamber may cause skin compromise in
patients with diabetic neuropathy. Deflate the air chamber to
reduce compression with patients reporting discomfort or showing
skin discoloration.
• Ensure patient performs circulation checks. If a loss of circulation is
felt, or if the device feels too tight, deflate the air chamber to reduce
compression to a comfortable level. If discomfort continues, the
patient should contact their healthcare professional immediately.
• In high altitude conditions, the air chamber will expand past its
optimal level. Deflate air chamber to reduce compression to
a comfortable level.
• Patient should use caution when walking on slippery or wet surfaces
to avoid injury.
• Patient maximum weight limit is 300 lbs / 136 kg (200 lbs / 90 kg for
the XS version).
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read these instructions carefully before use. Keep them for future
reference.
Any serious incident in relation to the device must be reported to the
manufacturer and relevant authorities.