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2.2 All Instructions for a Safe Handling of the System Ankle Joint
DANGER
Potential Traffic Accident Due to Limited Driving Ability
Advise the patient to gather information about all safety and security issues before driving a motor vehicle
with orthosis. The patient should be able to drive a motor vehicle safely.
WARNING
Risk of Falling Due to Improper Handling
Inform the patient about the correct use of the system joint and potential dangers especially with regards
to:
- moisture and water as well as
- excessive mechanical stress (e.g. due to sports, increased activity or weight gain).
WARNING
Risk of Falling Due to Loosely Attached Cover Plate
Mount the cover plate to the system joint according to the assembly instructions in these instructions for
use. Secure the screws with the specified torque and the corresponding adhesive and make sure that no
sliding washers are damaged in the process.
WARNING
Risk of Falling Due to Permanent Higher Load
If patient data has changed (e.g. due to weight gain, growth or increased activity), recalculate the load
capacity of the system joint. For this purpose, use the Orthosis Configurator or contact Technical Support.
WARNING
Risk of Falling Due to Improper Shoe/Wrong Shoe Pitch
Advise the patient to wear a shoe to which the orthosis is adjusted in order to avoid joint dysfunction.
WARNING
Risk of Falling Due to Excessive Readjustment of the Spring Units/Adjusting Screw Units
Adjust the spring units/adjusting screw units according to the information in these instructions for use.
Do not make readjustments of more than 10°. Use the laser markings on the system stirrup and the joint’s
upper part to check the readjustment.
WARNING
Jeopardising the Therapy Goal by Not Providing the Necessary Free Movement
Check if the system joint moves freely in order to avoid restrictions of the joint function. Use suitable
sliding washers according to the information in these instructions for use.