Össur CTI OTS Instrucciones De Uso página 7

5. Place the d-ring/female insert assembly into the bronze bearing in the
frame with the washer under the d-ring (internal or external)
(Figure 9).
6. Insert the male insert on the opposite side of the frame into the d-ring
assembly. (Figure 10)
note: Replace with the appropriate male insert. The outer surface of
the insert has either one or two dots. Use the same type as the
originally installed version.
7. Tighten down the screw (Figure 11).
SETTING UP THE PCL SUPPORT SYSTEM
The PCL kit is designed to counteract a posterior subluxation of the tibia.
The thigh plate and strap apply a posterior force against the anterior
thigh, while the lower straps and calf plate apply an anterior force to the
tibia. To place the PCL system in the correct position on the leg:
1. Remove the upper cruciate d-rings.
2. Replace the female insert, original d-ring, and washer on the outer
surface of the frame.
3. Insert the male insert (double dots on the head of the male insert)
into the circular recess on the PCL d-ring.
4. Fasten the assembly with a screw.
5. If the double dot male insert with the 2 dots is too long, then replace
with the single dot male insert.
6. Repeat for the remaining upper cruciate d-ring.
7. Apply the brace.
8. Loosely apply the thigh strap with the anterior thigh plate into the PCL
d-rings (straps may need to be trimmed to size).
9. Attach PCL cuff to the lower straps and center over the calf muscle.
Tighten straps so that the cuff fits comfortably but snugly against the
back of the leg.
10. Tighten anterior thigh strap with the leg in full extension so that the
plate and pad are comfortably snug.
REFURBISHING
From time to time, your CTi OTS should be sent to Össur for
refurbishing. The frequency of this will depend on how often the brace is
worn and for what activities. Your brace supplier should help you to
determine when your brace needs to be sent in for service, but once a
year is a good rule of thumb.
As part of the refurbishment process, Össur will check your brace for
signs of wear, repaint it, and rebuild it with all new components,
including rivets, buckles, straps and padding. The usual turnaround time
is three to five working days. If you have any questions, contact your local
Customer Service Department.
FIT ADJUSTMENTS
Widening or narrowing f it at knee joint:
The CTi OTS brace can be adjusted for individual knee width. To widen or
narrow the knee width, the standard padding installed on the brace can
be removed and replaced with thinner or thicker pads, or you can install
a shim behind the padding to make the fit more snug. Any combination
of pads can be used to achieve a more comfortable fit.
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