English - Aircast Airselect short Manual De Instrucciones

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BEFORE USING THE DEVICE, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING
INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY . CORRECT
APPLICATION IS VITAL TO THE PROPER FUNCTIONING OF THE DEVICE .
INTENDED USE / INDICATIONS:
The SHORT walking brace is effective for the treatment of forefoot, midfoot,
and hindfoot injuries; foot fractures; soft tissue, tendon or ligament injuries
or procedures; acute or post-operative care (ie. bunionectomy, removal
of a bunion, osteotomy, removal of bone near a damaged joint, etc.); and
ankle sprains. Effective in fracture healing and the management of edema
(swelling).
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS:
Do not over-inflate aircells. Improper aircell inflation may cause significant
skin irritation, especially in people with diabetic neuropathy (a diabetic
nerve condition). Check your skin frequently for "hot spots" and skin
irritation. If you see any skin changes or feelings of discomfort, reduce the
aircell compression. Do not use this device if you cannot feel sensations
whether due to post-op anesthesia, nerve, skin or other conditions.
Use caution when walking on slippery or wet surfaces to avoid injury.
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
A cotton or cast sock will enhance comfort – NOT INCLUDED
1) PREPARE BRACE –
• Unfasten straps, remove front panel, and open liner.
2) APPLY BRACE –
• While seated, place foot in brace. Position heel in back of brace. Wrap
liner around foot and then ankle (Fig. A).
Replace front panel: Position front panel so the Aircast logo is over the
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toes and the foot panel is situated inside the brace. The upper part of
the panel should be secured to the liner (Fig. B).
• Secure straps from bottom to top (Fig. C). Tighten until snug and
comfortable.
3) ADJUST AIRCELL COMPRESSION –
The SHORT walking brace aircells are initially deflated
• Begin inflation on injured side first.
• To inflate aircell, press and release large inflation pump found on either
side of brace (Fig. D). Pump until aircell feels snug.
• Repeat on other side. Pump until aircell feels snug.
• In the event of over-inflation, deflate aircells.
4) DEFLATE AIRCELLS –
• To deflate aircells, press and hold finger on small release button
(Fig. E).
• Deflate until pressure is comfortable.
NOTE: Deflate aircells before removing brace for proper fit when
reapplying.
NOTE: Higher pressure provides more support when walking, lower
pressure is more comfortable when sitting or reclining. Pressure
can also be adjusted by tightening or loosening straps.
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