SpryStep
AFO
4615 Shepard Street Bakersfield, CA 93313
Tele 800.432.3466 - Fax 800.798.2722
www.ThuasneUSA.com
MADE IN USA BY
TOWNSEND DESIGN
4615 SHEPARD STREET
BAKERSFIELD, CA 93313
TEL 661.837.1795
L-0090 REV. A
Patient Instruction Guide
Fitting instructions
1.
Place SpryStep into Shoe
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Take the original inlay out of the shoe, if removable
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The SpryStep should fit into the shoe
with minimal distortion to the shoe
2.
Place Inlay Over the Footplate
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Place original inlay over the top
of the SpryStep foot plate
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If the inlay is not removable, disregard this step
3.
Fitting the SpryStep
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With the shoe laces loose, slide the foot inside
the shoe. You may use a shoe horn if needed
4.
Check the Fit
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Ensure the heel sits flat on the sole and
that the shoe heel is not distorted
5.
Secure the Calf Strap
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Feed the straps through the loop
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If the strap is too long, remove the alligator
tab and trim the strap with scissors
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Replace alligator tab
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Fasten strap firmly
6.
Secure the Fit
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Ensure laces or other fastening
mechanisms are firmly tightened
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Ensure comfort with no impingements prior to use
Cautions
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Risk of accident when driving a motor vehicle or
machinery when wearing SpryStep is determined on
a case by case basis. Criteria include the type of fitting
and the individual abilities of the SpryStep user
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If the SpryStep is applied too tightly to the body it
can result in restricted blood flow or nerve palsy
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SpryStep can only be worn in appropriate footwear
(closed heel, closed toe, maximum heel height of 1”)
Warranty
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1 year warranty on carbon
fiber portion of the AFO
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6 month warranty
for pad and strap
Warranty Limitations
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Extreme squatting or kneeling.
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Loading a portion of the toe while climbing
stairs or uneven surfaces.
Product Disclaimer
This brace is a prescription product that should be used in
accordance with the directives of a physician as part of a
treatment plan for managing the patient’s total health. While
this type of brace has proven beneficial to many patients,
outcomes will vary based on factors including patient age,
general health, and/or lack of compliance with instructions for
how to put on and use the product. Because of variations in the
health and condition of each patient, Townsend Design also does
not make any specific recommendations regarding appropriate
activities for the user of this brace. You should IMMEDIATELY
DISCONTINUE USE of this brace if there is any abnormal redness
that lasts more than 10 minutes after removing the brace, or
any skin irritation, bruising, blistering or abrasion.
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