Otto Bock 28U90 Series, Instructions For Use Manual

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CAUTION
Contact with heat, embers or fire
Risk of injury (such as burns) and risk of product damage.
► Keep the product away from open flames, embers and other sources of heat.
CAUTION
Mechanical damage to the product
Injuries due to changes in or loss of functionality
► Use caution when working with the product.
► Check the product for proper function and readiness for use.
► In case of changes in or loss of functionality, discontinue use of the product and have it
checked by authorised, qualified personnel.
NOTICE
Contact with oils, salves, lotions or other products that contain oils or acids
Insufficient stabilisation due to loss of material functionality
► Do not expose the product to oils, salves, lotions or other products that contain oils or acids.
4 Handling
WARNING
Operation of motor vehicles
Risk of accidents due to restricted body function
► Observe the applicable legal and insurance regulations for the operation of motor vehicles
and have your driving ability examined and certified by an authorised agency.
INFORMATION
► The daily duration of use and period of application are generally determined by the physi­
cian.
► The initial fitting and application of the product must be carried out by qualified personnel.
► Instruct the patient in the handling and care of the product.
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Instruct the patient to see a physician immediately if any exceptional changes are noted (e.g.
worsening of the complaint).
4.1 Size Selection
► Select the orthosis size based on the shoe size (see sizing table).
4.2 Adaptation
CAUTION
Improper moulding or application
Injuries or damage to the orthosis due to overloading of the material and improper fit of the
orthosis due to breakage of load-bearing components
► Do not make any improper changes to the orthosis.
► Always apply the orthosis according to the information in the instructions.