Ossur VARI-FLEX JUNIOR Gebrauchsanweisung Seite 8

– Consider plantarflexion
– Check heel of the shoe and shoe performance
Heel Wedges (Fig. 4)
The small, medium and large Wedges are used to change heel stiffness.
The Wedges can be trimmed using sharp scissors to customize stiffness.
For temporary Wedge placement, use tape to secure the wedge in position.
For permanent Wedge placement
• Roughen the upper and lower surface of the heel with abrasive paper.
• Apply instant adhesive on the lower side of the Wedge only.
• Locate in the foot/heel junction and position before adhesive sets.
• If the foot has a split toe, remove a thin slice in the middle by cutting
with a sharp knife through the split in the carbon blades.
For removal, the adhesive may be softened by soaking in acetone or
cyanoacrylate adhesive remover.
USAGE
Cleaning and care
Clean with a damp cloth and a mild soap. Dry with a cloth after cleaning.
Environmental Conditions
The device is Weatherproof.
A Weatherproof device can be used in a wet or humid environment and
can tolerate being splashed by fresh water (e.g., rain), no submersion is
allowed.
No contact with salt water or chlorinated water is allowed.
Dry with a cloth after contact with fresh water or humidity.
Clean with fresh water in case of accidental exposure to other liquids,
chemicals, sand, dust, or dirt and dry with a cloth.
MAINTENANCE
The device and the overall prosthesis should be examined by a healthcare
professional. Interval should be determined based on patient activity.
Noise from Foot
Noise may occur if sand or debris is present in device. In that case, the
healthcare professional should doff the foot, clean it with the help of
compressed air and replace the Spectra sock if it is damaged.
REPORT OF SERIOUS INCIDENT
Any serious incident in relation to the device must be reported to the
manufacturer and relevant authorities.
DISPOSAL
The device and packaging must be disposed of in accordance with
respective local or national environmental regulations.
LIABILITY
Össur does not assume liability for the following:
• Device not maintained as instructed by the instructions for use.
• Device assembled with components from other manufacturers.
• Device used outside of recommended use condition, application, or
environment.
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