These instructions for use provide important information on the processing
of the 17LK3 unilateral knee joint.
2 Product description
2.1 Available sizes
The orthosis joint is available in five sizes and can be used unilaterally or
bilaterally. The choice of size is based on the patient's body weight and the
conditions of use.
17LK3=10
Unilateral
use
(lateral or
medial)
Bilateral use
(lateral and
medial)
INFORMATION
► When using the product unilaterally, and in case of flexion contracture
in the knee or hip > 10° or distinct torsion or valgus/varus instabilities
or valgus/varus malpositions > 10° or increased bodily activity, the next
higher size must be used.
► For tubercle seat the product must be fitted bilaterally.
2.2 Components
Scope of delivery (see fig. 1)
Item
Pcs.
1
1
2
1
3
1
Maximum patient weight [kg]
17LK3=12
15
20
25
40
Description
Upper joint sec
tion
Joint screw
Axle
17LK3=14
17LK3=16
50
80
Joint size
17LK3=L* ,
17LK3=R*
*=10,=12,=14,=
16,=20
*=10,=12,=14
*=16
*=20
17LK3=20
85
110
120
160
Reference num
ber
30X94=*
501F9=M6x8
4A101=5x10.6
4A101=6x12.7
4A101=6x13.7
13