Fitting Instructions - medi protect.Ankle air foam Instrucciones De Uso

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protect.Ankle air foam
Intended purpose
protect.Ankle air foam is an ankle brace for stabilization in one plane.
Indications
For all indications which require stabilisation of the ankle and limitation
of pronation and supination, such as:
• Following ligament injuries to the upper ankle joint (grade 2 to 3)
(posttraumatic / postoperative)
• After sprains
• For chronic instability of the talocrural joint
Contraindications
None known at present.
Risks / Side Effects
If the aids are too tight, this can cause local pressure sores or constriction
of blood vessels or nerves. Therefore you should consult the doctor
treating you before you use it if the following circumstances apply to you:
• Condition or injury of the skin in the area of application, particularly
with infectious indications (excessive heat, swelling or reddening)
• Paraesthesia and circulatory disorders (e.g. as seen in diabetes, varicose
veins)
• Lymph drainage disorders – equally, swelling of soft tissue adjacent to
the area of application which is not related to a condition
When wearing snug-fitting aids, this can result in localised skin
inflammation or irritation that is due to mechanical irritation of the skin
(particularly in conjunction with sweating) or due to the composition of
the material.
Intended patient groups
Healthcare professionals should provide care to the adults and children,
applying the available information on the measurements/sizes and
necessary functions/indications and in line with the information provided
by the manufacturer, and acting under their own responsibility.

Fitting instructions

• Open all the straps and fasteners.
• Adjust the heel width. Position the heel rest with the strap so that the
side pieces fit flush to the ankle.
• Hold the injured joint at 90°. Put the brace on so that the heel is in the
centre of the heel rest and the side pieces are flush with the ankle.
• Now fasten the lower hook and loop fastener. Make sure that the side
pieces remain parallel.
• Close the upper strap.
• Pull one or both straps tight alternately until the brace fits firmly. Make
sure it does not press too tightly on the ankle joint.