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ENGLISH
USES
Rebound Air Walker: Grade 2 and 3 Ankle Sprains, Stable Fractures, Post-
Operative Use, Trauma, and Rehabilitation as directed by your doctor or
healthcare provider.
Rebound Air Walker Low Top: Acute care of foot injuries such as those
involving soft tissue, tendon or ligaments/sprains. Postoperative care
such as bunionectomy or osteotomy.
CAUTIONS/WARNINGS
READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING
THE DEVICE.
• This Product Contains Natural Rubber Latex Which May Cause
Allergic Reactions.
• Federal law requires this device to be sold by a physician or by the
order of a physician.
• Ensure not to over inflate air chamber.
• Caution should be used if prescribed for patients with diabetes,
vascular deficiency, and neuropathy:
– The skin should be checked regularly
– Over inflation of air chamber may cause skin compromise in
patients with diabetic neuropathy. Deflate air chamber to reduce
compression with patients reporting discomfort or showing skin
discoloration.
• Ensure patient performs circulation checks. If a loss of circulation is
felt, or if the walker feels too tight, deflate air chamber to reduce
compression to a comfortable level. If discomfort continues, the
patient should contact their medical professional immediately.
• This device should not be applied on patients who are not able to
communicate discomfort.
• In high altitude conditions, the air chamber will expand past their
optimal level. Deflate air chamber to reduce compression to a
comfortable level.
• User should use caution when walking on slippery or wet surfaces to
avoid injury.
• User maximum weight limit 300 lbs (200 lbs for the XS version).
PREPARATION
1. Open liner by first unfastening straps and removing front shell.
– Note: Do not remove air bulb from liner.
APPLICATION
2. While seated, place leg in brace.
– Note: Toe Guard can be trimmed off if so desired. (Fig. 1 & 2).
– Note: Walker circumference (around calf) can be widened by
cutting Flex Edge
3. Wrap liner securely around foot then leg (Fig. 5).
4. Place front shell over ankle making sure that the air bulb is aligned
with the opening (Fig. 6).
5. Fasten ankle (Only applies to the high top version), foot, and calf
strap in this order. Tighten straps until snug and comfortable.
(Fig. 3 & 4)
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