darco Relief Insert Walker 2.0 Mode D'emploi page 5

EN Use
To avoid the hook and loop straps getting in the way during the
individual application steps, attach them behind onto the respective
fleece side.
Using the Relief Insert® 2.0 as a splinting system:
When used as a splinting system, the Relief Dual® Plus Off-loading
Shoe is not required. Set the shoe aside and proceed with opening the
splinting system.
1. Fold the front splint away to the side.
2. If desired, another compatible DARCO insole can be placed in the
splinting system. To do this, remove the grey insole. Then place
and fix the desired insole analogously to the grey insole in the
splinting system.
3. Place the leg on the calf liner of the calf splint. Make sure that the
foot is in contact with the insole.
4. The width of the guide splint automatically adjusts to the
patient's needs by means of the adjuster on the back of the guide
splint.
5. Once the leg is positioned, close the splinting system. To do this,
place the front splint on the shin. Make sure that the front splint
is positioned centrally within the calf splint. Guide the three
hook and loop straps through the loops. Pull the hook and loop
straps as tight as necessary. Ensure that the leg is supported
comfortably. Optionally, the blue forefoot strap (F) can be
attached to the forefoot for additional support.
Using the Relief Insert® Walker 2.0 as a lower leg / foot orthosis:
Perform steps 1 – 5 as described. After that, please continue as
follows.
6. Let the patient step into the opened foot section of the Relief
Dual® Plus Off-loading Shoe with the orthosis (splint) on. For
particularly easy entry, open the Relief Dual® Plus completely
using the hook and loop straps (A, B, C). Make sure that the insole
is positioned securely at the front in the shoe.
7. Now close the off-loading shoe with the two hook and loop straps
C of the heel cap.
8. The inner shoe tabs can be placed over each other either way (D).
9. Close the two hook and loop straps A, B as described below. Fold
the strap A on the outer side (left or right) around the tab and
secure it firmly. Close the shoe with the strap on the other side.
If needed, the length of the upper hook and loop strap A can be
customised to fit. Now close the shoe with the lower hook and
loop fastener B such that the DARCO logo is on the outside of the
shoe.
10. To achieve additional stabilisation of the ankle joint, the volume
of the air chambers can be increased using the pump attached
to the side. To reduce the volume, release the air using the silver
valve. This allows for individual filling and adjustment. Ensure
that the leg is supported comfortably. If impaired sensation,
swelling or pain occurs, the pressure should be reduced by
releasing air from the chambers using the valve. Should
persistent pain occur, the treatment should be interrupted and a
doctor should be consulted.
Using the Relief Insert® Walker 2.0 Achill as an Achilles walker:
11. Fold the front splint to the side.
12. Leave the insole in the splint.
13. Place the wedges in the heel area of the splint on the insole,
corresponding to the degree of plantar flexion that is
therapeutically required. A wedge has a height of approx. 11 mm.
Depending on the number of wedges used, the height varies and
the angle of plantar flexion can, thus, be adjusted individually. 3
wedges are equivalent to approx. 120° slant.
14. Fix the wedges to the insole using the adhesive dots.
15. Depending on the therapy course, the wedges can be removed
and, thus, the height adjusted.
Once the wedges are positioned, please carry out steps 3 to 10.
Changing the lining
Removing the lining:
16. Remove the blue calf liner attached to the calf splint with hook
and loops.
17. The grey air liner with integrated air chambers and pump remains
in the product and must not be removed.
18. Now carefully remove the blue front liner attached to the front
splint with hook and loop fasteners.
19. The calf liner, front liner and forefoot strap can be washed, if
required.
Fitting the lining:
After cleaning the blue lining, please carry out the steps described
below:
20. First attach the front liner to the front splint using the hook and
loop fasteners. To do this, fold the liner in the middle lengthwise
and place it centrally (according to the shape of the front splint)
on the front splint. By unfolding the liner, it clings to the front
splint in the correct position. Gently press the front liner against
the splint.
21. The calf liner is also folded lengthwise in the middle for
attachment to the splint. Place the calf liner in the centre of the
calf splint with the notches at the level of the ankle. By unfolding
the liner, it clings to the calf splint in the correct position. Gently
press the calf liner.
To close the splinting system or walker, follow the steps described
from step 1.
Note
The Relief Insert® Splinting System may only be used in
combination with the Relief Dual® Plus Off-loading Shoe for walking.
The splint is not designed for walking without a shoe.
Cleaning instructions
Washing
Shoe, splint, grey insole, wedges:
If these are slightly soiled, wipe with a damp cloth or clean with
commercially available disinfectants.
Liners:
To wash, the blue calf and front liners are removed from the splint
and then washed at approx. 60° C in a washing machine. The option-
al forefoot strap can also be washed at 60° C. The air liner with air
chambers and the pump cannot be washed.
Drying
Do not dry any of the components of the Relief Insert® Walker 2.0 |
Achill in a dryer or on a radiator, but dry them at room temperature.
Working life / Lifespan of the product
The lifespan of the medical device is determined by natural wear
and tear due to proper handling / cleaning. The medical device is
designed to be used for the usual duration of use prescribed by a
doctor without showing a reduction in safety or performance. After
the period of use prescribed by your doctor, check the function of
the product together with your doctor or specialist dealer.