DONJOY Velocity Ankle Instructions
BEFORE USING THE DEVICE, PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY AND CAREFULLY. CORRECT APPLICATION IS VITAL TO THEPROPER FUNCTIONING OF THE DEVICE.
INTENDED USER PROFILE:
The intended user should be a licensed medical professional, the patient, the patient’s caretaker, or a family member providing assistance. The user should be able to read, understand and be physically capable to perform all the directions, warnings and cautions provided in the information for use.
INTENDED USE /INDICATIONS :
The DonJoy Velocity Ankle Brace is designed to provide support following various injuries to the ankle including, ankle ligament, moderate to severe ankle sprains and chronic instabilities. Soft-good/semi-rigid designed to restrict motion through elastic or semi-rigid construction.
CONTRAINDICATIONS : N/A
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS:
- Do not use over open wounds.
- If pain, swelling, changes in sensation or other unusual reactions occur while using this product, you should contact your doctor immediately.
- Do not attempt to heat mold any component other than the foot plate.
- Do not use an oven, boiling water, or any heat source other than a heat gun. Refer to heat gun manufacturer’s instructions for use for additional warnings and precautions.
- Do not heat foot plate to more than 300°F as melting may occur.
- Do not use this device if it was damaged and/or package has been opened.
- If you develop an allergic reaction and/or experience itchy, red skin after coming into contact with any part of this device, please stop using it and contact your healthcare professionalimmediately.NOTE: Contact manufacturer and competent authority in case of a serious incident arising due to usage of this device.
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
- Unfasten and loosen all straps. Place ankle in the brace and position at 90º. (Fig. 1)
- Wrap and secure calf liner. (Fig. 2)
- Insert calf ratchet strap end through opening on the opposite calf ratchet strap. (Fig. 3a) Pull, wrap, and lock both calf ratchet straps snugly into place without impairing circulation.(Fig. 3b)
- Align tongue with the center of the forefoot. (Fig. 4, MS and ES versions only) Pull and wrap ankle strap(s) snugly into place without impairing circulation. (Fig. 5, MS and ES versions only)
- The lace guide on the tongue may be adjusted and the Achilles pad may be trimmed to fit individual variations in leg, ankle joint, and foot shape.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR HEAT MOLDABLE FOOT PLATE:
A) Remove inner liner and outer shell (ES version) or ankle strap (MS version).B) Apply heat evenly to the area of interest using a heat gun. Do not attempt to heat mold any component other than the foot plate. Do not use an oven, boiling water, or any heat source other than a heat gun. Refer to heat gun manufacturer’s instructions for use for additional warnings and precautions. Do not heat foot plate to more than 300 °F (149 °C) as melting may occur. If heated, the rivets will readily burn bare skin.C) Manually form desired changes with gloved hands prior to cooling. Do not attempt to form components against bare skin.D) Reheat and continue forming as necessary.E) The foot plate will retain heat after heat source is removed. Allow sufficient cooling time prior to applying device.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS:
Hand wash in warm water using mild soap, rinse thoroughly. AIR DRY. Note: If not rinsed thoroughly, residual soap maycause irritation and deteriorate material.
WARRANTY DJO, LLC will repair or replace all or part of the unit and its accessories for material or workmanship defects for a period of six months from the date of sale.
NOTICE: WHILE EVERY EFFORT HAS BEEN MADE IN STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNIQUES TO OBTAIN THE MAXIMUM COMPATIBILITY OF FUNCTION, STRENGTH, DURABILITY AND COMFORT, THERE IS NO GUARANTEE THAT INJURY WILL BE PREVENTED THROUGH THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT
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