Qualifications Of The Therapist Or Nursing Staff; Areas Of Application And Usage Restrictions; Safety; Explanation Of Warning Symbols - Ottobock C-Brace Gebrauchsanweisung

3.4.2 Qualifications of the Therapist or Nursing Staff

The therapist or the nursing staff must be trained in the use of the orthosis (and accessories) by the authorised
Orthotist.

3.5 Areas of Application and Usage Restrictions

CAUTION
Excessive strain or overloading of the orthosis due to unusual activities
Falling or skin irritation may result, caused by:
► Malfunction of the orthosis due to short circuits in the electronics and battery.
► Breakage of load-bearing components.
► Damage to the battery.
► Hydraulic unit defects with associated leakage of liquid.
→ The orthosis was developed for everyday use and must not be used for unusual activities such as extreme
sports (free climbing, paragliding, etc.).
→ If the orthosis has been subjected to extreme strain (e.g. due to falling or similar), it must be inspected by a
CPO immediately for possible damage. The contact person is the responsible CPO, who will send the orthos­
is to Ottobock Service if necessary.
The orthosis is an orthopaedic device that makes it possible or easier for the patient to stand and walk, and may
also fulfil other medical requirements. If the patient's activity level increases in the course of use, adjustments may
be required. Changes will also have to be made if the patient's physical condition worsens and more support from
the orthosis is needed.
Discuss the daily duration of use and potential therapeutic measures (e.g. occupational therapy or physiotherapy)
that can improve performance for the patient. In general, no discomfort should be experienced when wearing the
orthosis. Affected limb should be checked by patient or caregiver periodically for areas of excessive pressure. If
excessive pressure is observed, the qualified CPO should be seen as soon as possible.

4 Safety

4.1 Explanation of Warning Symbols

WARNING
Warnings regarding possible risks of severe accident or injury.
CAUTION
Warning regarding possible risks of accident or injury.
NOTICE
Warning regarding possible technical damage.

4.1.1 Structure of the Safety Instructions

The safety instructions are structured according to the ANSI standard and are introduced with the degree of sever­
ity:
CAUTION
The heading identifies the source and/or the type of hazard
The introduction describes the consequences in case of failure to observe the safety instructions. In case of sev­
eral consequences, these are presented as follows:
► e.g.: Consequence 1 in case of failure to observe the hazard
► e.g.: Consequence 2 in case of failure to observe the hazard
→ This symbol identifies activities/actions that must be observed/carried out to avert the hazard.
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