Tele-Range 2.0
Instructions for Use
Please read these instructions completely and carefully
before applying this product. Correct application is
important for proper function of the brace.
Use and Care:
The liner and straps may be hand washed with a
mild detergent. Air dry only. Foam and straps may
be trimmed and adjusted, but only at the discretion
of your Healthcare provider.
Warning:
If you experience pain, swelling or sensation
changes as a result of wearing this brace, consult
your healthcare provider immediately. All adjustments
of the brace should be done under the direction of
a healthcare professional.
Warranty:
Top Shelf Orthopedics will replace all or part of the
brace for defects in material or workmanship for
the period of six months from the date of purchase.
Caution:
Federal Law (USA) restricts this device for sale by
or on the order of a licensed healthcare professional.
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Indications:
Post-operative recovery daily use.
1.
Open the brace by releasing the straps and unclipping
buckles. Pull the uprights away from each other, lay on flat
surface with foam pads facing up and place under the
leg. Position so that the bending portion of the hinge is at
the center of your patella (knee cap).The longer sliding
paddle assemblies should be positioned towards the ankle
(Image 1)
2.
Adjust the length of the upper and lower struts by depressing
to release the (2 blue) friction tabs that are on each of the
sliding struts. Extend the paddles to the same proper length
to provide maximum immobilization.Thigh height (up to 5”)
should not interfere with walking and the length on the
lower section (up to 6”) should extend to but NOT over
the prominent ankle bone. Secure the friction tabs after
adjusting both sides above and below the knee joint by
pushing on the square end of the friction tab towards the
frame.You will hear and feel an audible click (Image 2 & 3).
3.
Contour the upright to the patient's anatomy to custom fit.
Pull straps to remove the strap slack in the back of the brace.
4.
Ensuring the hinges and uprights are aligned with the
midline of the leg (SIDE VIEW), fasten the strap that is
located just below and above the knee joint by securing
the buckle (Image 4 & 5).
5.
Fasten the two remaining upper and bottom straps.
6.
Pull the straps to the desired tension through the buckles.
If straps are too long, the Y-Tab adapter affixed to the end
of each strap can be removed and the strap cut to length.
The Y-Tab adapter is then re-affixed.
7.
The Range-of-Motion (ROM) can be adjusted from minus
10° of extension to 120° of flexion. The ROM dials are
unlocked by pulling the blue rectangular hinge lock tab out
on both sides of the brace.This tab is located just above the
circular dial and is part of the black metal frame (Image 6).
8.
Confirm that adjustments made to flexion and extension
of both hinges are set at same prescribed positions.
Adjustments are made by pulling the set tab away from
the center of the circular dial and sliding it to the desired
degree setting as prescribed by your healthcare professional.
1.
For Flexion (FLEX):
Pull the flexion set button away
from the center of the circular dial and slide it to a
desired angle between 0° to 120°.
For Extension (EXT):
Pull the extension set button
away from the center of the circular dial and slide it
to a desired angle between -10° to 70°
To lock the brace in a fixed position:
Engage the
rectangular hinge lock tab on both sides of the brace
at a position - 10 to 60 degrees (Marked in RED on
the dial).
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Hinge
Lock
Ext
Set
Flex
Set
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#2
Friction
Tabs