bort medical Generation Soft OA-Knieorthese Manual De Instrucciones página 12

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Removal
To remove the aid, open the harnesses and then take the brace off the leg. Close all
the Velcro fasteners in order to avoid damaging other items, e.g. to further clothing.
Information for the technician:
Important note: The brace may only be adapted by expert staff. The BORT
Generation Soft OA knee brace can provide for axial differences of up to 5°.
Application of model A:
– Use in case of varus dislocation/relief of the medial compartment on the right leg
(the brace is positioned laterally).
– Use in case of varus dislocation/relief of the lateral compartment on the left leg
(the brace is positioned medially).
Application of model B:
– Use in case of varus dislocation/relief of the lateral compartment on the right leg
(the brace is positioned medially).
– Use in case of varus dislocation/relief of the medial compartment on the left leg
(the brace is positioned laterally).
Adaption of the BORT Generation Soft OA knee brace on the patient:
1
Open all the brace's fasteners - harnesses as well as support sheaths.
2
The patient should sit down and slip forwards to the edge of the chair, the
knee joint is bent slightly (approx. 30°).
3
Place your leg in the brace. Ensure correct positioning. The joint should be
positioned at the height of the centre of the patella (middle of the kneecap)
and on the side of the leg.
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