– Consider dorsiflexion
– Check heel of the shoe and shoe performance
Symptoms
– Rapid heel-to-toe movement
– Poor control over prosthesis at initial contact
– Minimal energy return feeling
– Too little push off from the toe
– Knee becomes unstable
Action
– Check Wedge usage guidelines (if applicable)
– Shift socket posterior (or device anterior).
– Consider plantarflexion
– Check heel of the shoe and shoe performance
USAGE
Cleaning and care
Clean with a damp cloth and a mild soap. Dry with a cloth after cleaning.
Environmental Conditions
The device is Waterproof Plus.
A Waterproof Plus device can be used in a wet or humid environment and
submerged in up to 3-meter-deep water for a maximum of 1 hour.
It can tolerate contact with: Salt water, chlorinated water, perspiration,
urine, and mild soaps. It can also tolerate occasional exposure to sand,
dust, and dirt. Continuous exposure is not allowed.
Dry with a cloth after contact with fresh water or humidity. Clean with
fresh water after exposure to other liquids, chemicals, sand, dust, or dirt
and dry with a cloth.
The device can be used in temperatures between -15°C to 50°C.
MAINTENANCE
The device and the overall prosthesis should be examined by a healthcare
professional. Interval should be determined based on patient activity.
Noise from foot
Noise may occur if sand or debris is present in device. In that case, the
healthcare professional should doff the foot, clean it with the help of
compressed air and replace the Spectra sock if it is damaged.
REPORT A SERIOUS INCIDENT
Any serious incident in relation to the device must be reported to the
manufacturer and relevant authorities.
DISPOSAL
The device and packaging must be disposed of in accordance with
respective local or national environmental regulations.
LIABILITY
Össur does not assume liability for the following:
• Device not maintained as instructed by the instructions for use.
• Device assembled with components from other manufacturers.
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