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EQUALIZER
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If you have any doubts regarding the
applications and use of this medical
device, do not hesitate to ask your
doctor and / or fitter, pharmacist,
orthotist, or orthopedic consultant for
advice.
INDICATIONS
Foot and ankle conditions that may
benefit from motion restriction, such
as:
• Grade 2 and 3 ankle sprains.
• Stable fractures.
• Soft tissue injuries.
• Post-operative, trauma or rehab use.
PERFORMANCE
The devices provide immobilization/
motion restriction.
The devices have rocker bottom that
provides natural and stable gait.
The devices provide reduced impact
at heal strike.
CONTRAINDICATION
No absolute contraindications.
WARNINGS • PRECAUTIONS OF USE
Do not remove the device unless
instructed by physician.
This product has been designed and
tested based on single patient usage
and is not recommended for multiple
patient usage.
The orthosis must not be used in direct
contact with a damaged skin.
If skin irritations of any kind develop,
consult m e dic al p rofe s sional
immediately.
Be sure the patient performs circulation
checks. If a loss of circulation is felt,
or if the device feels too tight, release
contact closure straps and adjust to
a comfortable level. If discomfort
continues, the patient should contact
MEASUREMENT AND SIZE CHART
The shoe size is to choose in accordance with the length of your foot.
Size
Shoe sizes (UK)
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their medical professional immediately.
When prescribed to patients with
diabetes, vascular deficiencies and
neuropathies extra caution and
attention to patient is needed.
Do not remove the inner foam pads
which are adhered to the plastic walker
boot.
If any problems occur with the use of
this product, immediately contact your
medical professional.
The user and/or patient must
report any serious incident that has
occurred in relation to the device to
the manufacturer and the competent
authority of the Member State in which
the user and/or patient is established.
FEATURES OF THE DEVICE
Thick foam cushioning for insole,
malleolus and heel.
Wide, curved sole for a stable, natural
step cycle.
Shock-absorbing sole.
SET UP AND OPERATION
The first application must be
carried out by a qualified healthcare
professional to understand the correct
fitting and how to put the device on
properly. Subsequently, the product
should be put on the patient in the
same way by the user or a family
member or a friend.
1. Remove softgood by opening
contact closure straps and lifting out
of brace. Do not remove pull tabs at
this time.
2. Place lower leg and foot into
softgood. Close softgood snugly over
leg.
3. lnsert foot into brace by gently
spreading uprights. Do not remove
pull tabs at this time.
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