Otto Bock Knee Disarticulation Prosthesis, Instructions For Use Manual, Page: 4 / 12

1 Foreword
INFORMATION
Date of last update: 2021-04-29
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Please read this document carefully before using the product and observe the safety
notices.
► Obtain instruction from the qualified personnel in the safe use of the product.
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Please contact the qualified personnel if you have questions about the product or in case of
problems.
► Report each serious incident related to the product to the manufacturer and to the relevant
authority in your country. This is particularly important when there is a decline in the health
state.
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Please keep this document for your records.
2 Description of the Design and Individual Components
Your prosthesis mainly consists of a custom prosthetic socket to embed your residual limb, the
knee joint, connection adapters and the prosthetic foot. The exterior appearance may be formed
by a cosmetic foam cover. The static alignment has been adapted to your individual needs and
takes the heel height of your shoe into account.
A consistently good fit of your prosthetic socket can only be maintained if the volume of your
residual limb remains constant. Further information is found under volume fluctuations in Section
4 "Medical and Therapeutic Aspects".
In accordance with your indications and personal requirements, you have received a prosthesis of
the following design:
Soft-walled inner socket:
This soft-walled inner socket provides padding for your residual limb
and ensures the required hold for the entire prosthesis.
Prosthetic socket: Your hard prosthetic socket and the soft-walled inner socket are precisely
customised to your residual limb; due to their shapes at the level of the knee condyles (above the
widest point of the knee), they virtually cling to your residual limb. The Ottobock team has selec­
ted the socket design and material combination best suited to you and your specific needs. Addi­
tional residual limb socks can be used as needed.
Prosthesis components:
Different knee joints and prosthetic feet are available for a knee disar­
ticulation prosthesis. The Ottobock team has selected the prosthetic components best suited for
you, adapted them to your mobility grade and adjusted them to comply with your individual
requirements.
3 Areas of Application and Usage Restrictions
Your prosthesis serves as a functional and cosmetic replacement for the amputated limb and
enables you to sit, stand, and walk.
The use of your prosthesis and the performance you will be able to achieve depends on your indi­
vidual diagnosis, the residual limb conditions and your mobility grade. Please consult your doctor
regarding the daily duration of use and potential therapeutic measures (e.g. occupational therapy
or physical therapy) to improve your performance.
In general, you should not experience too much discomfort when wearing your prosthesis.
Excessive pressure can lead to complications.
4 Medical and Therapeutic Aspects
As a general rule, physiotherapy is recommended in order to maintain and improve the functional­
ity of the residual limb. Please discuss all measures for maintaining and improving residual limb
functionality as well as residual limb treatment and hygiene with your doctor. Depending on your
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