Posey Knee Abduction Wedge User Manual

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SEATING & POSITIONING

Posey

®

Abduction Wedges

Abduction Wedges

Posey Abduction Wedges are lightweight, polystyrene filled
wedges for full leg and above the knee abduction. They
feature a unique construction of an outer breathable vinyl mesh
filled with polystyrene beads. This allows air to flow through the
wedge, thereby minimizing the discomfort of conventional foam filled
products, which do not breathe and can build up heat. And 4” (10
cm) wide, soft foam fabric straps with hook closures keep the wedge
secured in place between the knees.

LATEX

Small Abduction Knee Wedge

Allows abduction and alignment of the thighs while in a seated
position. Supplied with one soft foam fabric strap with hook
fasteners.

REF

6302S

Full Leg Abduction Wedge

Supplied with two soft foam fabric straps with hook fasteners.

REF

6302L

Monitoring

Be sure to follow your facility’s policies and guidelines for
frequency of patient monitoring. Posey recommends that this
product be removed at least every two (2) hours to check for skin
integrity, proper circulation and range of motion.

6302S

6302L

Inspection

Inspect before each use: check for broken stitches or
parts; torn, cut or frayed material; or buckles that are cracked or
broken and do not hold securely. DO NOT use soiled or damaged
products.

Application Instructions

1. Position the patient as desired.

2. Place the wedge on the patient ensuring that there is no

discomfort.

3. Position the Abduction Wedge in place with the soft foam strap(s)

and secure with the hook closures sewn into the strap.

4. Reposition the patient as necessary.

Washing Instructions

Machine wash in warm
temperature. Air dry preferred.

Disposal

Properly dispose of the product per facility’s
policy for BIOHAZARDOUS materials.

Storage and Handling

This device is designed for use in normal indoor
environments. This device may be stored in ambient
warehouse temperatures at normal humidity levels. Avoid
excess moisture or high humidity that may damage product
materials.

DESCRIPTION
ITEM # LENGTH THICKNESS WIDTH

Knee 8” 5” 7” tapering to 5”
Abduction 6302S
Wedge 20 cm 13 cm 18 cm tapering to 13 cm

Full Leg 22” 5” 15” tapering to 7”
Abduction 6302L
Wedge 56 cm 13 cm 38 cm tapering to 18 cm

Materials used meet the requirements of FMVSS-302 and CA #117 Section E for Flammability.

POSEY

DIMENSIONS

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