Ottobock 6001 Lumbo Carezza Basic Gebrauchsanweisung Seite 8

Inform the patient.
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INFORMATION
► The daily duration of use and period of application are generally determined by the physi­
cian.
► The initial fitting and application of the product must be carried out by qualified personnel.
Instruct the patient in the handling and care of the product.
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► Instruct the patient to see a physician immediately if any exceptional changes are noted (e.g.
worsening of the complaint).
4.1 Size Selection
1) Measure the waist circumference approx. 2 cm above the iliac crest.
2) Determine the orthosis size (see size chart).
4.2 Fitting and Application
CAUTION
Incorrect or excessively tight application
Risk of local pressure and constriction of blood vessels and nerves due to improper or excess­
ively tight application
► Ensure that the orthosis is applied properly and fits correctly.
Inform the patient.
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NOTICE
Use of a worn or damaged product
Limited effectiveness
► Instruct the patient to inspect the product for proper functionality, wear and damage prior to
each use.
► Advise the patient that the product must not be used if the product or part of the product
exhibits signs of wear (e.g. cracks, deformation, poor fit) or damage.
> The patient is standing.
> Open all hook-and-loop closures.
1) Place the orthosis around the back in such a way that the splints of the orthosis come to rest
in the centre of the back (see Fig. 1).
2) Hold tight the two ends of the orthosis by the lower edge and pull to the front (see Fig. 2).
3) Pull the right end of the orthosis over the left end, so that the hook-and-loop closures are on
top of each other (see Fig. 3).
4) Close the hook-and-loop closures in front of the abdomen.
4.3 Cleaning
NOTICE
Use of improper cleaning agents
Damage to the product due to use of improper cleaning agents
Only clean the product with the approved cleaning agents.
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Clean the orthosis regularly:
1) Close all hook-and-loop closures.
2) Recommendation: Use a laundry bag or net.
3) Wash the orthosis in warm water at 40 °C with standard mild detergent. Do not use fabric
softener. Rinse well.
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