Indications For Use; Fitting Instructions - Ossur UNLOADER Gebrauchsanweisung

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Medical Device
PRODUCT OVERVIEW (Figure 1)
a. Pulley System
b. Rotation Control Strap
c. Thigh Strap
d. Belt Arm
e. Front Closure
f. Zipper
g. Upper Alligator Clip
h. Lower Alligator Clip
i. SmartDosing
j. Trochanter Pad

INDICATIONS FOR USE

Conditions benefitting from hip repositioning and/or compression
around the greater trochanters, this may include:
• Hip osteoarthritis (OA)
• Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI)
• Labrum tears
CONTRAINDICATIONS
None known.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
CAUTION: For patients with peripheral vascular disease, neuropathy, and
sensitive skin, physician supervision is recommended. If redness
appears, decrease usage of the brace. Increase slowly as skin adapts.
WARNING: In case of functional change or functional loss, the patient
should stop using the device and contact a healthcare professional.
WARNING: If the device shows signs of damage or wear hindering its
normal functions, the patient should stop using the device and contact a
healthcare professional.
This device is for single patient use.

FITTING INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: At initial evaluation, fold belt arms and straps instead of cutting.
When appropriate length has been determined, cut as needed to obtain
final fit.
Rotation Control Strap Placement (Figure 2)
• Before donning the Unloader Hip, fasten Rotation Control Strap on
the affected side by threading the Upper Alligator Clip through a slit in
belt arm, and attaching it to button hook.
• SmartDosing Dial should be at "0" mark.
• Temporarily fasten lower strap end at the bottom of trousers, so that
it doesn't tear at the Lycra during fitting.
• Have user don the brace.
Belt Arm Adjustment (Figure 3–4)
• Detach Front Closures from Belt Arms.
• Fold/Cut Belt Arms vertically, so that they are aligned with mid-line.
• Re-attach Front Closures.
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