Ossur AFO Leaf Spring Gebrauchsanweisung Seite 4

ENGLISH
INDICATIONS
• Drop foot secondary to CVA
• Mild drop foot secondary to other neurological pathologies
CONTRA -INDICATIONS NDICATIONS :
• Severe Drop foot
• Ankle-foot deformities
• M-L instability
• Long term bracing need
• Spasticity
WARNING
1. The AFO Leaf Spring is a supportive brace only and is not intended or
guaranteed to prevent injury. Össur accepts no responsibility for any
injury which might occur while using this product.
2. With the use of this type of device, it is possible to receive various
types of skin irritation and or pressure points. If you experience any
unusual discomfort while using this product, consult your health care
provider immediately.
3. Patients with foot neuropathy should not use this product.
AFO LEAF SPRING SIZE SELECTION
Part
O-110 127
O-110 227
O-110 130
O-110 230
1. FITTING THE AFO TO THE SHOE
• If present, remove the insole from the shoe.
• Adjust the shape of the footplate by grinding off excessive material.
• Make sure the plate covers the entire surface of the shoe sole to
prevent displacement in the shoe.
• Ensure stability of the footplate on the shoe sole throughout the entire
length of the shoe.
2. CUSTOMIZING THE AFO
• Insert the AFO into the shoe and have the patient don the AFO. If
desired, temporarily attach the padding material.
• Check for excessive pressure points and, if necessary, remove the AFO
from the patients leg and apply minimal heat (< 90°) to reshape the
AFO to relieve these points.
3. FINISHING THE AFO
• If desired, permanently attach the padding to the AFO.
• Attach Velcro-straps using Speed Rivets.
• The AFO is now ready for use.
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Product Name
Össur AFO Leaf Spring
Össur AFO Leaf Spring
Össur AFO Leaf Spring
Össur AFO Leaf Spring
Side Height
R 10 3⁄4" (27cm)
L 10 3⁄4" (27cm)
R 12" (30cm)
L 12" (30cm)
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