Albrecht Elbo-track L/L Bedienungsanleitung

USER INSTRUCTIONS

ELBO-TRACK

HINGED ELBOW BRACE

WITH EXTENSION AND FLEXION LIMITATION

OPTIONALLY WITH ADJUSTABLE HANDLE

Contents

1. Introduction.................................................................................................. 4

1.1. Foreword ..................................................................................................... 4

1.2. Customer information .................................................................................. 4

1.3. Mode of operation ....................................................................................... 4

1.4. Application .................................................................................................. 4

1.5. Scope of delivery.......................................................................................... 4

1.6. Declaration of conformity............................................................................. 4

1.7. Features ....................................................................................................... 5

1.8. Indications................................................................................................... 5

1.9. Contraindications......................................................................................... 5

1.10. Safety Instructions...................................................................................... 6

1.11. Warranty .................................................................................................... 6

2. Adjustments by the orthopaedic technician......................................... 7

2.1. Fitting on the patient.................................................................................... 7

2.1.1. Adjusting the brace to the arm shape by using an

orthopaedic "bending iron" .......................................................................... 7

2.1.2. Adjusting the brace components ......................................................... 8

2.1.3. Assembling and adjusting the adjustable handle ................................ 9

2.2. Hinge adjustments..................................................................................... 10

2.2.1. Opening the hinge cover.................................................................... 10

2.2.2. Setting extension, e.g. to 30°............................................................ 11

2.2.4. Immobilizing the brace, e.g. at 30° ................................................... 12

2.2.5. Securing the stop pins ....................................................................... 12

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2.3. Setting the hinge for Elbo-track Bambini..................................................... 13

2.3.1. Remove the hinge cover..................................................................... 13

2.3.2. Setting the extension limitation ........................................................ 14

2.3.3. Setting the flexion limitation............................................................. 14

2.3.4. Immobilisation................................................................................... 15

2.3.5. Reattach the hinge cover .................................................................. 15

2.4. Attaching of the brace by the orthopaedic technician.................................. 16

2.4.1. Placing the brace on the arm ............................................................. 16

2.4.2. Setting the strap lengths and adjusting them as necessary ............. 17

2.4.3. Final adjustment................................................................................ 17

3. Handling by the patient........................................................................... 18

3.1. Taking off the brace.................................................................................... 18

3.2. Putting on the brace .................................................................................. 19

4. Cleaning, maintenance and disinfection ............................................. 20

4.1. Care........................................................................................................... 20

5. Technical data / materials........................................................................ 21

6. Table of sizes and article numbers........................................................ 21

7. Transfer of the brace................................................................................. 22

8. Disposal ....................................................................................................... 22

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1. Introduction

1.1. Foreword

Functional braces are used to relieve and

stabilize the joints and tendons following

injury and surgery. Their function is to protect

joints and tendons during rehabilitation and

prevent them from becoming stiff.

Our braces ensure protection and guidance

during the healing process and allow gradual

controlled return to full physiological mobility.

1.2. Customer information

For your own safety please read through these

User Instructions carefully and accurately

before using the brace. The instructions, notes

and procedures must be read and understood

thoroughly in order to benefit from the correct

operation and use of the device. If anything

in the User Instructions is not clear, or any

instructions, operating procedures or safety

information is not fully understandable, please

contact the appropriate specialist retailer or

albrecht GmbH directly, before you use the

brace. This particularly applies to the safety

instructions.

1.3. Mode of operation

The Elbo-track elbow brace stabilizes and

relieves the joint and tendons after tendon

injury during conservative and postoperative

rehabilitation. The shell and strap construction

allows comfortable individual fitting, helping

to make the splint very comfortable to wear.

1.4. Application

The brace must only be used for the orthotic

treatment of the elbow.

1.5. Scope of delivery

The Elbo-track is delivered to you ready to use

in the size requested, with User Instructions

and labeling on the product.

Please check the completeness of the brace at

delivery.

• Brace with padding and straps

• User Instructions

1.6. Declaration of conformity

The albrechtGmbH company as manufacturer

with sole responsibility declares the conformity

of the Elbo-track brace with European Council

Directive 93/42/EEC for medical devices.

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1.7. Features

• Anatomically formed hinge rods and shells

• Individually adjustable straps

• Limits can be adjusted without tools

• Easy handling and high wearing comfort

Elbo-track L/L, M/M, S/S and Junior:

• Extension limit can be adjusted in

15°intervals from 0° until 135°

• Flexion limit can be adjusted in

15° intervals from 0° until 120°

• Immobilisation of the brace can be adjusted

in 15° intervals between 0° and 135°

• Assembly of an adjustable handle possible

for sizes L/L and M/M

Elbo-track Bambini:

• Extension limit can be adjusted in

10°intervals from -10° until 100°, to allow

for physiological hyperextension

• Flexion limit can be adjusted in

10° intervals from -10° until 130°

• Immobilisation of the brace can be adjusted

in 10° intervals between -10° and 100°

1.8. Indications

The physician decides on management based

on diagnostic findings.

The treatment is generally indicated for:

• Mild to moderate instability of the elbow

joint

• Post-traumatic and postoperative

immobilization

• Guided movement of the elbow joint

For any other indications, the physician must

be consulted.

1.9. Contraindications

The brace is intended exclusively for contact

with intact skin.

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1.10. Safety Instructions

The optimal effect of the brace is only

achieved when used correctly.

• The brace must only be used in the intact,

complete and mechanically undamaged

condition and with complete and intact

cushioning and walers. This must be veriﬁed

by the user before each usage.

• Opening or removing one or more belts,

as well as excessive loosening of the waler

when using the brace leads to a reduction of

the therapeutic effect of the brace and may

lead to injury.

• The brace must not be worn over open

wounds.

• The skin should be free of oils, grease, gels

or other debris, to prevent reactions with the

skin or the structure of the material.

• The orthosis should ﬁt ﬁrmly but not

too tight, so as not to restrict the blood

circulation and adversely affect nerve and

lymph vessels. Excessive compression is

therefore to be avoided.

• Combination with other products is currently

not provided for or is to be agreed with the

manufacturer in writing.

• The brace is not intended for single use,

but is intended for multiple use by a single

person.

• The product as delivered is not sterile.

• Contact your physician immediately in the

event of an allergic reaction.

• Please note that cushioned sections can heat

up under direct sunlight. Protect the orthosis

from direct sunlight if necessary.

• Currently there is no test for ﬂammability.

Exercise caution when using the orthosis

in the direct vicinity of open ﬂames such as

lighters and cigarettes.

1.11. Warranty

We assume the warranty for the brace for a

period of 3 months. The brace is a medical

rehabilitation device and must not be used

for any purpose other than the intended, as

described in the Instructions for Use. Changes

to the brace or other applications require the

written consent of the albrechtGmbH. If this

is not obtained, the manufacturer may not

honor the guarantee. If you are using single

joints or other components, these should be

used as intended. If changes or modifications

(e.g. additional mounting holes) are made

to the individual parts or components, the

manufacturer‘s warranty no longer applies.

The removal of or damage to the QM seal will

also void the warranty.

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2. Adjustments by the orthopaedic technician

2.1. Fitting on the patient

• Our braces are adjustable and constructed for ﬁtting to the patient.

• The position of the movable components of the brace can be changed and

they can be shaped.

• The hinge rods can be adjusted by bending them to the contour of the

extremity.

• The strap lengths can be adjusted to different circumferences and shortened

if necessary.

2.1.1. Adjusting the brace to the arm shape by using an

orthopaedic "bending iron"

The brace is anatomically contoured. However, if a different shape is required,

the hinge rods can be adjusted to the shape of the patient’s arm with the aid of

an orthopaedic bending iron.

Loosen the screws on the shell components and either move or remove them.

Then adjust the hinge rods to the shape of the extremity.

bending iron

When adjusting the hinge rods to the shape of the extermity by using

an orthopaedic bending iron, you must not bend the rods in the area

of the hinge housing or the hinge cover as this could lead to damage or

break of the hinge.

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2.1.2. Adjusting the brace components

The brace components are adjustable.

1.Loosen the screws on the brace components using the tool provided.

2.Move the components into the desired position.

3.Tighten the screws again.

The brace components can be adjusted by shaping to the contour.

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2.1.3. Assembling and adjusting the adjustable handle

1.By loosening the two fixing screws you can remove the forearm shell from the

hinge rod.

Note: two longer screws are enclosed with the handle.

2.Now place the mounting rod of the handle between the hinge rod and

forearm shell.

3.After aligning the components, insert the longer fixing screws provided into

the threaded holes in the hinge rod.

To adjust the length of the handle to the length of the arm, lift the pad off

the screws to allow the screws to be loosened by one turn. After adjusting

the handle, tighten the screws again.

4.You can adjust the angle of the handle infinitely from 70° pronation to

70° supination by loosening the knurled screw and fixing it in the desired

position.

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2.2. Hinge adjustments

2.2.1. Opening the hinge cover

1.Hinge with closed cover.

2.Open the hinge cover by pushing it off the hinge with your fingers.

3.Hinge with the stop pins in neutral position.

In this position there is maximum extension and flexion of the brace.

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