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ENGLISH
Medical Device
INTeNded USe
The device is intended for external support or stabilization of the knee.
The device must be fitted and adjusted by a healthcare professional.
Indications for use
• ACL, MCL, LCL, PCL and combined instabilities.
• Conditions requiring unicompartmental load control (Acculign slider
configuration).
No known contraindications.
Warnings and cautions:
• The use of the device may increase the risk of deep vein thrombosis
and pulmonary embolism.
geNeRaL SafeTY INSTRUcTIONS
The healthcare professional should inform the patient about everything in
this document that is required for safe use of this device.
Any serious incident in relation to the device must be reported to the
manufacturer and relevant authorities.
The patient should stop using the device and contact a healthcare
professional:
• If there is a change or loss in device functionality, or if the device
shows signs of damage or wear hindering its normal functions.
• If any pain, skin irritation, or unusual reaction occurs with the use of
the device.
The device is for single patient – multiple use.
This device is a supportive brace only and is not intended or guaranteed
to prevent injury.
fITTINg INSTRUcTIONS
While carrying out the following instructions, please refer to the overview
figure for locating components mentioned in the text (fig. 1).
Device Application
1. Unfasten the posterior straps on the upper frame and the anterior
straps on the lower frame of the device (fig. 2).
2. Bend the knee to between a 30° - 45° angle, step through the device,
and then slide it up on the leg such that the patella is centered
between the Condyle Pads (A) (fig. 2). Ensure proper alignment of the
device on the leg:
• Height positioning: Align the center of the Hinge (B) slightly above
the middle of the patella (fig. 3).
3. The device is pre-assembled with medium Condyle Pads. There are
also thin and thick Condyle Pads, as well as a hook-and-loop shim,
included with the device. Use any combination of the Condyle Pads
and shim to widen or narrow the width of the device at the knee.
• Fasten the straps in the following order. All straps can be adjusted and/
or trimmed to length.
4. Fit the Lower Shin Strap (C) first by inserting it through the D-Ring.
5. Next, snugly fasten the Upper Thigh Strap (D) and continue with the
Lower Thigh Strap (E).
Note: Overtightening the top two straps can cause the device to migrate.
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