English - DJO Global Aircast AirSelect Standard Manual Del Usuario

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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 STANDARD walking brace provides compressed air support for stable
fracture of foot and/or ankle, severe ankle sprains, and post-operative use.
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 positioning the heel against the back
of the brace. Wrap liner around foot and then leg (Fig. A).
• Replace front panel: Position front panel so the Aircast logo is over the
toes and the upper part of the panel is secured to the liner (Fig. B).
• Secure straps from bottom to top (Fig. C). Tighten until snug and
comfortable.
3) ADJUST AIRCELL COMPRESSION –
The STANDARD walking brace aircells are initially deflated
• Begin inflation on injured side first. Turn the SELECTOR found on the
right-side of the brace to the appropriate number (Fig. D). Number 1
inflates the aircell on the right-side and Number 2 inflates the aircell on
the left-side.
• To inflate aircell, press and release large inflation pump found on the
top right-side of brace (Fig. E). Pump until aircell feels snug.
• To inflate other aircell, rotate SELECTOR to the appropriate number and
then press and release large inflation pump. Pump until aircell feels snug.
• In the event of over-inflation, deflate aircells.
4) DEFLATE AIRCELLS –
• To deflate aircells, turn the SELECTOR found on the right-side of the
brace to the proper aircell number (Fig. D).
• Press and hold finger on small release button found on the top
right-side of brace (Fig. F).
• 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.
NOTE: The shell can be trimmed with a cast saw or cast scissors to
accommodate larger calves.
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