Otto Bock 50R59 Dorso Direxa Posture, Инструкция по эксплуатации

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uct or in case of problems.
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lar a worsening of the state of health, to the manufacturer and to the
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These instructions for use provide important information on the fitting and
application of the 50R59 Dorso Direxa Posture thoracolumbar brace.
2 Intended use
2.1 Indications for use
The brace is intended
exclusively
for orthotic fittings of the back and
exclu­
sively for contact with intact skin.
The brace must be used in accordance with the indications.
2.2 Indications
• Poor body posture (hunchback without fused vertebrae, Scheuermann's
disease)
• Osteoporosis of the thoracic and lumbar spine
• Aftercare of osteoporotic fractures of the thoracic and/or lumbar spine
• Back pain (lumbar and lower thoracic spine), sciatica, muscular imbal­
ance of the thoracic and lumbar spine, thoracic and lumbar spine liga­
ment sprain
• Slight degenerative changes of the thoracic and lumbar spine (e.g.
osteochondrosis, facet joint syndrome)
The indication must be determined by the physician.
2.3 Contraindications
2.3.1 Absolute Contraindications
None known.
2.3.2 Relative Contraindications
The following conditions require consultation with a physician: skin dis­
eases/injuries, inflammation, raised scars with swelling, reddening, and
warming in the area where the support is fitted, tumors, lymphatic conges­
tion – including unclear soft tissue swelling distal to the support, and dyses­
thesia in the trunk.
2.4 Mechanism of Action
The brace supports muscular stabilization of the thoracic spine and straight­
ens it actively. It promotes sensorimotor function, helps alleviate pain and
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