Ossenberg 3200 Manual De Instrucciones página 14

EN Instructions for use Parkinson's cane
5. Use
There are many different ways to use the walking sticks and it all depends on the individual restrictions of the walking ability. Seek
instruction in the use of the walking stick from your specialist dealer or health care specialist! Walking sticks must not be used in
water. The walking stick meets the requirements of IP protection class IP23. This means that the walking stick is protected against
dust and dripping water. Permanent contact of the walking stick with moisture should nevertheless be avoided. The walking stick
must be dried appropriately when it comes into contact with water. The correct handling of the walking stick takes some practice.
We therefore recommend getting additional support from an assistant at the beginning. Always use the walking stick on the side
opposite the injured leg or the leg that needs to be protected! Guide the walking stick close to the body, not at an angle facing
outwards (Fig. 3)! You might fall otherwise! During use, grasp the handle of the walking stick completely and firmly with your
hand! Always place the walking stick as straight as possible on the ground so that you do not slip away! Find chairs with armrests
to sit on. You will then be able to support yourself on the armrests when standing up! Wear shoes that are as comfortable as
possible with flat soles so that your leg can better withstand additional strain! If you do fall: If possible, let the walking stick fall
Fig. 3
to the side so that you do not fall onto it! Have someone accompany and support you if possible, so that they can catch you if
you fall! Try and arrange for qualified personnel to instruct you in climbing stairs with a walking stick! When climbing stairs with
a walking stick, it is important to hold on to the railing using your free hand (Fig. 4)! When climbing stairs with two walking sticks,
hold both walking sticks together in one hand and make sure to hold on to the railing firmly using your free hand (Fig. 5)!
6. Precautionary measure
Using a walking stick places an unusual amount of strain on individual parts of the body! This may result in the following
undesirable side effects: The hands may encounter pressure or chafing! Keep in mind that this can lead to pain and overexertion
at the beginning or during prolonged exertion! It is important to take sufficient breaks!
Fig. 4 Fig. 5
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