Ossur GII Unloader Spirit Gebrauchsanweisung Seite 5

Instructions For Use
5) Calf Strap – (Picture 6).
a) Wrap strap around calf
b) Thread through the strap ring and secure
c) Do not over tighten
6) Tibia Strap – (Picture 7).
a) Tighten Tibia strap to be snug, yet comfortable
b) Do not pull the shell out of position
c) The strap does not need adjustment each time
the brace is applied
7) Thigh Strap – (Picture 8).
a) Wrap strap around back of thigh - angle slightly
down
b) Thread through the strap ring and secure
c) During use, the thigh strap may need to be re-
tightened
8) The Dynamic Force StrapTM (DFS) –
(Picture 9).
a) Wrap strap around the back of leg
b) Thread through D-ring ring on the thigh shell
c) Bend braced knee to an 80-degree angle
d) Hold thigh shell or hinge to prevent brace from
moving
e) Tighten DFS. The DFS should be snug
f) Do not over tighten DFS, as this pulls the brace
out of position
Range of Motion Adjustment (ROM):
(Picture 10).
The brace comes with a 0° extension stop setting.
The extension stops can be adjusted using the 5°,
10°, or 15° stop. Note: Optimal corrective forces
are applied at full extension.
1. Remove the condyle pads from the hinge
2. Remove retaining screw
3. Slide the 0° stop out of the hinge
4. Insert desired extension stop
5. Secure with the retaining screw
(DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN)
Final Inspection: Right leg braces
(Picture 11, 12, 13 & 14).
11. Medial Front
12. Medial Back
13. Lateral Front
14. Lateral Back
Brace Maintenance
The Unloader Spirit brace is designed for
minimum maintenance and care. Follow these
easy maintenance steps to keep the brace in top
condition.
Cleaning
Liners, Straps and Strap Pads
• The liners mid strap, calf strap, thigh strap and
all strap pads may be removed for cleaning
• DO NOT REMOVE THE DFS STRAP
• DO NOT MACHINE WASH. DO NOT PLACE
IN DRYER
• Hand-wash using mild non-detergent soap
• Rinse thoroughly
• Air-dry
Hinge:
• For safety reasons, the hinge should only be
disassembled by a health care professional
• Check regularly for foreign materials (ie. dirt or
grass)
• Clean dirt from hinge using tap water or
compressed air
If the brace is used in salt water or chlorinated
water, rinse well and air dry brace. A regular
service routine will ensure the hinge, liners, straps
and pads are in optimal working order.
Brace Accessories
Ossur GII offers accessories that meet the specific
needs of the Unloader™ Spirit
accessories can be purchased through the brace
provider or Ossur Customer Service Departments.
• Extra Set of Liners
• Replacement Strap Set
• Undersleeves for use with sensitive / thin skin
• Patella Control Sleeve
• Sports Cover
• All Purpose Bags
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