S. O. T 28710 Bedienungsanleitung Seite 6

ENGLISH
Intended Use
The product is intended for hands that need the support of
an orthosis for rest or for stretching to maintain or increase
the mobility of the hand. Good biomechanical positioning of
the joints that can stimulate relaxation of the spastic hand and/
or reduce pain. It can also be used as protection for patients
who can benefit from the wrist in a neutral position to avoid
lengthening of weak or paralyzed muscles. By the well distributed
pressure on volar- and dorsal side of the hand and arm it can
prevent or eliminate swelling. The product can be reshaped to
"Position of Safe Immobilization" to be used after trauma and
surgery. Single Patient-multiple use.
Indications
Such as stroke, cerebral palsy, rheumatoid arthritis, plexus-and
muscular dystrophy patients and radial nerve palsy.
Contraindications
No known.
Limitations
This product should only be altered by a medical professional
person. The prescriber will determine the duration and
conditions for use.
Warning
Do not pull the straps too tight as this can cause poor
circulation and/or skin irritation. Check the skin on a daily
basis and if you see or feel any irritations or other problems,
take it off immediately. If you have marks or chafing that do not
reduce within a short time (30 minutes) contact your clinician
immediately.
To the fitter:
To remould the orthosis in to POSI-position
(Position of Safe Immobilization), the distal
section of the splint must be adjusted. The
area at the MCP-joints must be bent into
between 60 - 80 o of flexion and the area for
the IP- and DIP-joints should be straighten to
full extension.
Resting position
POSI-position
Finger divider 28712
Wedge 28711
Viloposition
Instructions for use
Check that the product is complete without damage!
Rehabposition
1. The fitter should make sure that the
orthosis have the correct shape and
joint angles for the intended
function. The orthosis have a core
of aluminium that gently can be
adjusted to the desired angle and
shape for the wrist, thumb and
fingers.
2. During fitting only open straps
marked with white arrows in the
picture to the right.
3. Position the hand into the orthosis.
Make sure that the thumb is in a
correct position. Start by applying
the strap over the wrist.
Then ajust the strap in sequenzes so
that it gives a comfortable feel
and does not give any proximal
pressure.
An extra strap (28713) around the
wrist can be added to give a better
fixation over the wrist if needed
due to increased spasticity.
If the orthosis is equipped with the
finger divider (28712) or the wedge
(28711), make sure that these are
correctly positioned on the orthosis.
4. Make sure that the orthosis is
comfortable and does not create any
chafing or is too tight.
28710 S.O.T. RESTING SPLINT
Carefully read this instruction sheet before use!
How to use the support
Check that you have the correct size. Your full hand and fingers
should fit inside the orthosis. If the product have accessories
mounted such as the finger divider, wedge or additional wrist
strap, check that these are correctly positioned on the product.
Avoid using oil-based lotions. If the patient sweats a lot, protect
the orthosis by applying a stockinette or similar. Follow the fitters
instructions for use.
Material specifications
This product is made from Polyester, Nylon, Polyurethane and
Spandex. Core of aluminum and polyethylene. It does not contain
Latex. This product is not flame retardant.
Wash instruction
Close all Velcro prior to laundering. Use a washing bag. Machine
washable in 40°C (104°F) gentle cycle. Dry flat. Do not tumble dry
or dry clean.
Disposal
Disposal in accordance with local legislation.
Information
Any serious incident that may occur in relation to the device
should be reported to the manufacturer and the competent
authority of the Member State in which the user and / or patient
is established.
Who to contact
Contact your fitter or store where purchased if you have
questions regarding the use of the product.
Viloposition
Rehabposition
Wrist strap
28713