Description And Intended Purpose; Activity Level - Blatchford 903220/200 Instrucciones De Uso

1 Description and Intended Purpose

These Instructions for Use are intended for the practitioner and user unless otherwise stated.
The term device is used throughout to refer to the 30 mm diameter Aluminum Tube.
Please read and ensure you understand these instructions, in particular all safety information and
maintenance instructions.
Application
This device is to be used exclusively for lower limb prosthetic fittings, intended for a single user.
The device is used as a connecting element between two Blatchford tube clamp adapters for
use in transfemoral and transtibial systems. The device allows length adjustment and, when
combined with clamp adapters, rotational adjustment in such systems.
The device is available in three standard lengths (200/400/500 mm) and may be cut further for
customized limb alignment and length adjustment to suit the amputee.
Features
• Lightweight, strong, aluminum construction
• Choice of three standard lengths at 30 mm diameter

Activity Level

This device is suitable for Activity Levels 1-4 (weight limits apply, see Technical Data). Of course
there are exceptions and in our recommendation we want to allow for unique, individual
circumstances and any such decision should be made with sound and thorough justification.
Activity Level 1
Has the ability or potential to use a prosthesis for transfers or ambulation on level surfaces at fixed
cadence. Typical of the limited and unlimited household ambulator.
Activity Level 2
Has the ability or potential for ambulation with the ability to traverse low-level environmental barriers
such as curbs, stairs, or uneven surfaces. Typical of the limited community ambulator.
Activity Level 3
Has the ability or potential for ambulation with variable cadence. Typical of the community ambulator
who has the ability to traverse most environmental barriers and may have vocational, therapeutic, or
exercise activity that demands prosthetic utilization beyond simple locomotion.
Activity Level 4
Has the ability or potential for prosthetic ambulation that exceeds basic ambulation skills, exhibiting
high impact, stress, or energy levels. Typical of the prosthetic demands of the child, active adult, or
athlete.
Contraindications
There are no known contraindications if used in accordance with these instructions.
Clinical Benefit
• Provides a lightweight connection between prosthetic components.
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