Otto Bock Walker Boot Instruction Manual

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Liability/Warranty
This device is warrantied for a period of 90 days. The manufacturer’s warranty applies only if the device has been used under the conditions and for the purposes described. The manufacturer recommends that the device be used and maintained according to the instructions for use. Details of the warranty are also available at www.ottobockus.com.
Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty
The duration of this Limited Warranty varies by product types and is eective from the date of delivery to the end-user. Please refer to www.ottobockus.com or call 800 328 4058 for questions. Ottobock’s sole obligation under this Limited Warranty shall be to repair, replace, refabricate the device at no charge, or refund the cost of the device to the original purchaser, at Ottobock’s sole discretion.
THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTIBILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND ALL SUCH OTHER WARRANTIES ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED AND EXCLUDED BY OTTOBOCK. IN NO EVENT SHALL OTTOBOCK’S LIABILITY OF ANY KIND INCLUDE ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF OTTOBOCK SHALL HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH POTENTIAL LOSS OR DAMAGE.
Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, thereby rendering the aforementioned limitation in applicable to certain original purchasers.
Ottobock Walker Boot
Instructions for Use
Otto Bock HealthCare LP Two Carlson Parkway North, Suite 110 Minneapolis MN, 55447 P 800 328 4058 · F 800 962 2549 Made in Taiwan
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©2014 Otto Bock HealthCare LP. · 01/14 12864
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50S159=* Ottobock Walker Boot
Thank you for using this Ottobock device. The following information will help you t and care for this device. Please review it before using this device and ask for clarication if needed.
Indications for Use:
Indicated for Achilles tendon ruptures, forefoot or midfoot fractures, ankle fractures, distal bula fractures, so tissue injuries, post-operative use, trauma and rehab.
Warning
This device does not prevent injury and is not intended to reduce or eliminate the risk of injury.
Warning
Always consult with your physician or healthcare provider before making changes to the brace.
Warning
Carefully read all instructions for use before using or tting this product.
Warning
Proper rehabilitation and activity modication are also a part of a safe treatmentprogram.
Warning
If you experience pain, swelling, or any unusual reaction, contact your physician or healthcare provider immediately.
CAUTION
This device is oered under order of a physician or other qualied healthcareprovider.
CAUTION
This device is intended for single patient use and is not intended to be reused on a second patient.
Application Instructions
1. Unfasten straps by disengaging the hook and loop fasteners on the strap end and pulling the strap through the d-ring.
2. Remove the dorsal panel and set aside.
3. With the patient in a seated position, unfasten the sogood liner and place foot inside
the boot. Secure the sogood liner using the hook and loop closure and ensuring the pneumatic pump is at the front of the tibia (shin bone).
4. To adjust the toe guard, push the toe guard up and remove. Reapply to desired length if
needed.
5. Position the anterior shell on the front of the leg. Ensure the pneumatic bulb and release
value t within the predesigned slots on the anterior shell.
6. Secure the straps. Starting at the ankle, pull the straps tight, loop through the d-ring,
and secure using the hook and loop fastener. Repeat for the remaining calf strap. Then secure the forefoot strap.
7. Inate the boot. Press the pneumatic bulb repeatedly on the front side of the shin to
inate the boot. Frequently check with the patient to ensure the bladder does not over inate. Use the release value to deate the bladder if needed.
NOTE: Do not over
inate the Air Bladder. Overinating the bladder may stop blood circulation to the patient’s foot.
Cleaning and Care
Remove sogood liner and wipe boot shell clean with a damp cloth. Sogood liner can be hand washed with mild detergent. Triple rinse, squeeze and air dry. Avoid twisting the material to remove water.
Clinical Fitting Instructions
Select size according to shoe size.
Adult Sizing Guide
Size Men’s Women’s Euro
Small
Medium
Large
XLarge
4.5 - 7 6 - 8 36 - 38
7.5 - 10.5 8.5 - 11.5 39 - 42
10.5-12.5 11.5-13.5 43 - 46
12.5+ 13.5+ 47+
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