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• Close Belt Arms so that they overlap tightly but comfortably around
waist.
Rotation Control Strap Adjustment (Figure 5–7)
• Detach Upper Alligator Clip. Fold/Cut strap so that the SmartDosing
edge is positioned below the Belt Arm line
(approximately 2 cm/0.79").
• Detach Lower Alligator Clip, and fold/cut strap to obtain ideal
tension. It should feel tight, but not uncomfortable, when wrapped
around the thigh and attached at outer side of leg.
• With leg rotated slightly outwards, set SmartDosing dial at "5" mark.
When rotating leg towards front and lifting it slightly, patient should
experience agreeable tension in leg.
• Repeat Lower Alligator Clip adjustment if necessary. The objective is
to obtain adequate tension with SmartDosing at the "5" mark.
Thigh Strap (Figure 8–9)
• Position Thigh Strap so that its dot is positioned over the dot on the
Rotation Control Strap. Thread the slim end through the opening, and
fasten securely.
Pulley System Adjustment (Figure 10–12)
• Verify length of Pulley System strings by pulling at handles, and
attaching on Belt Arms.
• If the handles overlap, shorten strings by using the spooling system
located inside the handles.
• Fasten Pulley System so that it sits tightly and comfortably on Belt
Arms.
Trochanter Pad (optional) (Figure 13)
Apply pad when peak pressure reduction on greater trochanter is needed,
and/or to increase sealing effect on labrum.
• Position Trochanter Pad on the greater trochanter of the affected hip
by attaching it under Belt Arm.
Final check
Verify that the brace is sitting correctly on body, with all parts accurately
positioned. Ask the patient to walk around, sit down, and stand up, to
ensure proper fit. Adjust as necessary, then proceed to cut straps and
belt arms to ideal length.
MAINTENANCE
• Hand wash using mild soap and rinse thoroughly. For machine wash,
use a wash bag, and a program for delicate wash. Do not use fabric
softener.
• Avoid prolonged contact with salt and chlorinated water. If such
contact occurs, rinse well with tap water and air dry.
• Avoid prolonged exposure to strong sunlight.
• Air dry (do not tumble dry).
REPORT A SERIOUS INCIDENT
Important notice to users and/or patients established in Europe:
The user and/or patient must report any serious incident that has
occurred in relation to the device to the manufacturer and the competent
authority of the Member State in which the user and/or patient is
established.
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