Foreword; Product Description; Function - Ottobock Walkstar Instrucciones De Uso

1 Foreword

INFORMATION
Date of last update: 2020-04-13
► Please read this document carefully before using the product and observe the safety notices.
► Instruct the user in the safe use of the product.
► Please contact the manufacturer if you have questions about the product or in case of problems.
► Report each serious incident in connection with the product, in particular a worsening of the state of health, to
the manufacturer and to the relevant authority in your country.
► Please keep this document for your records.
INFORMATION
► New information regarding product safety and product recalls as well as the declaration of conformity can be
obtained at oa@ottobock.com or from the manufacturer's service department (see inside or outside of back
cover for addresses).
► You can request this document as a PDF file at oa@ottobock.com or from the manufacturer's service depart­
ment (see inside or outside of back cover for addresses). The PDF file can also be displayed in a larger size.
You have received a product that is very versatile for everyday use at home and outdoors.
In order to exclude injuries of any type, familiarise yourself with the handling, functions and intended use of the
product before using it. These instructions for use provide you with the related necessary information.
Please note the following in particular:
• All users and/or their attendants must be trained by qualified personnel in the use of the product. In particular,
users and/or attendants must be informed of the residual risks with the aid of the safety notices in the instruc­
tions for use (user).
• The product was adapted to the needs of the user. Subsequent changes may be made only by qualified per­
sonnel. We recommend checking the product settings once per year to ensure optimal treatment over the long
term. Especially for users with a changing anatomy (for example body dimensions, weight), an adjustment at
least once every six months is recommended.
• Your product may differ from the models shown. In particular, not all the options described in these instruc­
tions for use will be installed on your product.
• The manufacturer reserves the right to make technical changes to the model described in these instructions for
use.

2 Product description

2.1 Function

The walking aid is a therapy device for the correction of postural problems.
The walking aid promotes individual mobility and therefore independent living for people with limited ability to walk.
It can, among other things, compensate for an uncertain gait, improve stability and the ability to maintain balance,
support an upright body posture and/or reduce the risk of falling.
Positioned behind the body (posterior), the walking aid is open to the front. Thus, the walking aid promotes an
upright gait and permits a longer stride length and optimum forward freedom of movement (e.g. when approaching
furniture or for interaction with the surroundings).
The fixed front wheels promote hip stability. For direction changes, the walking aid must be lifted slightly so the
user has to bear weight. This helps children in particular to learn a physiological gait in a playful way, and the tend­
ency to walk on tiptoe is reduced.
The reverse-roll locks on the rear wheels prevent the walking aid from rolling back.
The product can be used on solid ground both indoors and outdoors.
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