Össur CTi Custom Instrucciones De Uso página 6

• Do NOT place in dryer
• Hand-wash using mild non-detergent soap
• Rinse thoroughly
• Air-dry,
If migration occurs, clean silicone liners with an alcohol wipe or damp
cloth. If brace is used in salt water or chlorinated water, rinse well and air
dry.
Hinge maintenance
• Do NOT disassemble the hinge yourself
• Check regularly for foreign materials in hinge (i.e. dirt or grass)
• Clean dirt from hinge using water or compressed air
• Lubricate with silicone spray or dry graphite if needed
ACCESSORIES
The following accessories are available for your CTi brace at an
additional charge. To order call your Össur Customer Service
Department.
• Patellar cup – Knee cap protection, especially for motocross,
mountain biking or work that requires kneeling.
• Flexion stop kit – Stops can be set from 0°–90°
• Anti migration wrap
• PCL Kit - to counteract against posterior subluxation of the tibia
• Motorcross kit – Includes patellar cup, gear guards, undersleeve and
stickers
SETTING UP THE PCL SUPPORT SySTEm
The PCL kit is designed to counteract against a posterior subluxation of
the tibia. The thigh plate and strap apply a posterior force against the
anterior thigh, while the lower straps and calf plate apply an anterior
force to the tibia. To place the PCL system in the correct position on the
leg:
1. Apply the brace as described earlier with the anterior thigh plate and
straps loose.
2. Attach PCL cuff to the lower straps and center over the calf muscle.
Tighten straps so that the cuff fits comfortably but snugly against the
back of the leg.
3. Tighten anterior thigh strap with the leg in full extension so that the
plate and pad are comfortably snug.
ACL CABLE SySTEm (ANTERIOR CRUCIATE SUPPORT)
The ACL Cable System is intended to give additional support to the ACL
deficient/lax knee.
1. Apply the CTi Brace according to the standard procedure. The four
straps should be fastened, but the secondary cable strap should still
be loose.
2. Once the brace is firmly in place, pass the cable strap through the
smaller buckle.
3. Tighten the cable strap to place the desired amount of pressure on
your tibia.
REFURBISHING
From time to time, your CTi should be sent to Össur for refurbishing.
The frequency of his will depend on how often the brace is worn and for
what activities. Your brace supplier should help you to determine when
your brace needs to be sent in for service, but once a year is a good rule
of thumb.
As part of the refurbishment process, Össur will check your brace for
signs of wear, repaint it, and rebuild it with all new components,
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