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IMPORTANT
Please read all instructions, warnings and precautions
before use.
INTENDED USE
The DeRoyal Static-Pro®Knee Orthosis is designed for
the treatment of joint stiffness and established soft
tissue contractures, which may have resulted from
trauma, immobilization or neurological disorders. The
orthosis should only be used under the supervision of a
qualified health care professional. Protocols for use
vary depending on the diagnosis and should be
determined after consulting with the patient’s physician.
The Static-Pro®Knee assists in either flexion or
extension in one unit.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
The Static-Pro®Knee Orthosis should not be used if
any of the following conditions exist: Severe spasticity,
severe osteoporosis and/or thrombophlebitis. If pain,
numbness, swelling or skin irritation occurs while
wearing the orthosis, it should be removed. The
patient should be re-evaluated and appropriate
adjustments made.
PRECAUTION
Caution should be used if any of these conditions exist:
peripheral vascular disease, healing skin wounds, mild
spasticity, heterotrophic ossification and mild osteoporosis.
Be careful not to apply excessive tension to patients
with decreased sensation or feeling in the knee or leg.
Model #4405
Static-Pro
®
Knee
Static Progressive Orthosis
Single Patient Use Only
Rx Only
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
CAUTION: The DeRoyal Static-Pro®Knee Orthosis is a
non-ambulation orthosis. The intended use is for the
patient to be in a sitting or supine position. Ambulating
while wearing the orthosis may cause it to migrate
down the leg, making the unit ineffective.
IMPORTANT: Before applying the orthosis, disengage
the gearing mechanism by pulling out the engagement
knob (1) and at the same time pivot the position
adjustment knob (2) back toward the hip. The hinge
should move freely.
1. Sizing and Molding
the Thigh and Calf
Cuffs: Trim the panels
of the middle thigh
cuff (3) equally from
each side so the cuffs
do not overlap when on the patient. Trim the calf cuff
(4) so the sides of the cuff do not overlap when on
the patient. Note: The blue foam liner should extend
1
/2" beyond the white W
ir
e-Foam
™
. Mold the cuf
fs
around the patient’s thigh and calf.
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IMPORTANT
Please read all instructions, warnings and precautions
before use.
INTENDED USE
The DeRoyal Static-Pro®Knee Orthosis is designed for
the treatment of joint stiffness and established soft
tissue contractures, which may have resulted from
trauma, immobilization or neurological disorders. The
orthosis should only be used under the supervision of a
qualified health care professional. Protocols for use
vary depending on the diagnosis and should be
determined after consulting with the patient’s physician.
The Static-Pro®Knee assists in either flexion or
extension in one unit.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
The Static-Pro®Knee Orthosis should not be used if
any of the following conditions exist: Severe spasticity,
severe osteoporosis and/or thrombophlebitis. If pain,
numbness, swelling or skin irritation occurs while
wearing the orthosis, it should be removed. The
patient should be re-evaluated and appropriate
adjustments made.
PRECAUTION
Caution should be used if any of these conditions exist:
peripheral vascular disease, healing skin wounds, mild
spasticity, heterotrophic ossification and mild osteoporosis.
Be careful not to apply excessive tension to patients
with decreased sensation or feeling in the knee or leg.
Model #4405
Static-Pro
®
Knee
Static Progressive Orthosis
Single Patient Use Only
Rx Only
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
CAUTION: The DeRoyal Static-Pro®Knee Orthosis is a
non-ambulation orthosis. The intended use is for the
patient to be in a sitting or supine position. Ambulating
while wearing the orthosis may cause it to migrate
down the leg, making the unit ineffective.
IMPORTANT: Before applying the orthosis, disengage
the gearing mechanism by pulling out the engagement
knob (1) and at the same time pivot the position
adjustment knob (2) back toward the hip. The hinge
should move freely.
1. Sizing and Molding
the Thigh and Calf
Cuffs: Trim the panels
of the middle thigh
cuff (3) equally from
each side so the cuffs
do not overlap when on the patient. Trim the calf cuff
(4) so the sides of the cuff do not overlap when on
the patient. Note: The blue foam liner should extend
1
/2" beyond the white W
ir
e-Foam
™
. Mold the cuf
fs
around the patient’s thigh and calf.
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1
55
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4
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Manufacturer
DeRoyal
200 DeBusk Lane, Powell, TN 37849 U.S.A.
888.938.7828
865.938.7828
Authorized Representative
DeRoyal Europe, Ltd.
Virginia Road, Kells, County Meath Ireland
353.46.9280100
©2005 DeRoyal. All Rights Reser
ved.
1-4405 Revision 02
Revised 1/05
2. Adjust Length of Thigh and Calf Cuffs: Use supplied
Allen wrench to loosen the screws (5) and adjust the
cuffs to the patient’s mid-calf and mid-thigh. Retighten
the screws.
3. Position the Knee: Position the knee at its active end
range of flexion or extension. The active end range is
the extent to which the
knee can be flexed or
extended without help.
4. Position the Unit: With
the gear mechanism
disengaged, move the
hinge of the splint so
that the angle of the
splint is aligned with
the angle of the knee.
5. Engage the Gear
Mechanism: Pull out the
engagement knob (1)
and at the same time
pivot the position adjustment knob (2) forward. To
fully engage the gears, you may have to move the calf
cuff slightly or rotate the adjustment knob (2) until the
engagement knob snaps into place.
6. Apply the Splint: Unfasten thigh and calf straps. Place
orthosis on the leg with the hinge on the lateral
(outside) side of the leg. Position the axis of the hinge
centered at the knee joint. Mold the thigh cuff and the
calf cuff around the leg, and fasten the straps with the
hook and loop closure for a snug, comfortable fit.
7. Adjusting the Orthosis Position: Rotate the position
adjustment knob (2) until the joint’s soft tissues are
stretched to patient
tolerance.
Note: See
Patient Protocol Card to
determine the appropriate
amount of tension and
wearing time.
8. Removing Orthosis: Turn the position adjustment
knob (2) to reduce the tension on the leg.
Unfasten all straps and remove unit.
9. Changing Softgoods: Remove the four screws on
the thigh plate (4) to remove the thigh cuff. Attach
new thigh cuff. Remove the four screws on
bottom (5) to remove the calf cuff. Attach new calf
cuff.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Clean Wire-Foam™pads and exterior of hinge with
non-abrasive cleaner. Straps and blue liner may be
machine-washed. Air-dry orthosis, straps and liner
prior to wearing.
Softgoods are for single patient use only.
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Manufacturer
DeRoyal
200 DeBusk Lane, Powell, TN 37849 U.S.A.
888.938.7828
865.938.7828
Authorized Representative
DeRoyal Europe, Ltd.
Virginia Road, Kells, County Meath Ireland
353.46.9280100
©2005 DeRoyal. All Rights Reser
ved.
1-4405 Revision 02
Revised 1/05
2. Adjust Length of Thigh and Calf Cuffs: Use supplied
Allen wrench to loosen the screws (5) and adjust the
cuffs to the patient’s mid-calf and mid-thigh. Retighten
the screws.
3. Position the Knee: Position the knee at its active end
range of flexion or extension. The active end range is
the extent to which the
knee can be flexed or
extended without help.
4. Position the Unit: With
the gear mechanism
disengaged, move the
hinge of the splint so
that the angle of the
splint is aligned with
the angle of the knee.
5. Engage the Gear
Mechanism: Pull out the
engagement knob (1)
and at the same time
pivot the position adjustment knob (2) forward. To
fully engage the gears, you may have to move the calf
cuff slightly or rotate the adjustment knob (2) until the
engagement knob snaps into place.
6. Apply the Splint: Unfasten thigh and calf straps. Place
orthosis on the leg with the hinge on the lateral
(outside) side of the leg. Position the axis of the hinge
centered at the knee joint. Mold the thigh cuff and the
calf cuff around the leg, and fasten the straps with the
hook and loop closure for a snug, comfortable fit.
7. Adjusting the Orthosis Position: Rotate the position
adjustment knob (2) until the joint’s soft tissues are
stretched to patient
tolerance.
Note: See
Patient Protocol Card to
determine the appropriate
amount of tension and
wearing time.
8. Removing Orthosis: Turn the position adjustment
knob (2) to reduce the tension on the leg.
Unfasten all straps and remove unit.
9. Changing Softgoods: Remove the four screws on
the thigh plate (4) to remove the thigh cuff. Attach
new thigh cuff. Remove the four screws on
bottom (5) to remove the calf cuff. Attach new calf
cuff.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
Clean Wire-Foam™pads and exterior of hinge with
non-abrasive cleaner. Straps and blue liner may be
machine-washed. Air-dry orthosis, straps and liner
prior to wearing.
Softgoods are for single patient use only.
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