Manamed Kahuna Brace - User Manual

Patent No. 10,123,899

Summary

Kahuna Brace Introduction

Kahuna Brace Details

Features and Benefits

Lists the key attributes and advantages of the Kahuna Brace, including its universal sizing and low-profile design.

Indications for Use

Details the medical conditions and surgical procedures for which the Kahuna Brace is recommended, such as rotator cuff repairs.

Kahuna Brace Fitting Instructions

Provides guidance on applying the Kahuna Brace universally to either the right or left side of the patient.

Application Steps

Step-by-step guide for applying the brace, including securing straps, positioning pads, and adjusting abduction angles.

Order Information

Contains essential details for ordering the brace, including part number, contact information, and manufacturer address.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features

The Kahuna Brace is a versatile shoulder support system designed for both post-surgical recovery and conservative management of shoulder injuries. It offers a universal, multiple-configuration design, making it suitable for a wide range of clinical needs.

Function Description

The primary function of the Kahuna Brace is to provide stable and comfortable support to the shoulder, facilitating healing and recovery. It achieves this by immobilizing the arm and shoulder in various controlled positions, which can be adjusted according to the specific injury or surgical requirements. This support helps to reduce stress on the healing tissues, prevent unwanted movements, and promote proper anatomical alignment.

Important Technical Specifications

The Kahuna Brace is designed as a universal-sized device, meaning it can accommodate a broad range of patient anatomies without requiring multiple sizes. It features a low-profile design, which enhances patient comfort and allows for easier wear under clothing. The brace is capable of achieving various abduction angles, ranging from 30 to 90 degrees, providing flexibility in positioning the arm away from the body. It supports both "True Airplane" and "Gunslinger" alignments, which are critical for different types of shoulder repairs and reconstructions. The brace also allows for extreme external rotation, a key feature for specific rehabilitation protocols. Its two-step application process is designed for ease of use and efficient fitting. The device is protected by Patent No. 10,123,899.

Usage Features

The Kahuna Brace is highly adaptable and can be applied to either the right or left side of the patient, making it a truly ambidextrous solution. Its multiple configuration options allow it to be used for a variety of indications, including:

• Rotator cuff repairs: Provides stability and limits motion to protect the healing tendons.
• SLAP repairs: Supports the superior labrum to facilitate recovery.
• Bankart repairs: Immobilizes the shoulder to aid in the healing of the anterior labrum.
• Massive rotator cuffs: Offers robust support for extensive tendon damage.
• Anterior Subluxation: Helps to prevent the partial dislocation of the shoulder joint.
• Joint Reconstruction: Provides necessary post-operative support.
• Instability cases: Stabilizes the shoulder to reduce recurrent dislocations.
• Bicep Tenotomy: Supports the arm after a procedure involving the biceps tendon.

The fitting instructions detail a straightforward application process:

1. Arm Sling Placement: The arm is placed into the sling, and velcro straps (#1 and #2) are secured comfortably around the arm. Buckle #3 on the arm sling can be opened, and the sling can be folded along a pre-folded point under the buckle to ensure a proper fit.
2. Shoulder Belt Adjustment: Shoulder belt #4 is placed around the opposite shoulder and adjusted with sling #5 for comfortable fit.
3. Back Support Pad and Torso Strap: Back support pad #6 is positioned in the middle of the patient's back. The torso strap is then adjusted via belt loop #7 at the base of buckle #8.
4. Abduction Toggle Bar and Moldable Arm Bar Positioning: The abduction toggle bar #9 is positioned on the injured side, with the moldable arm bar #10 pointing forward.
5. Abduction Adjustment: The abduction toggle bar #9 and moldable arm bar #10 are adjusted to the desired position. Abduction is increased by pulling the abduction toggle bar #9 towards the body.
6. Airplane Position Configuration: To configure the brace into an "Airplane" position, the L Bar (airplane bar) is attached. This involves removing the foam padding at the back of the moldable arm band #10 and inserting the L Bar into two pre-drilled holes using two screws (provided with an Allen wrench).

These features ensure that the Kahuna Brace can be precisely tailored to meet the specific needs of each patient and injury, promoting optimal healing and recovery outcomes. The ability to achieve various abduction angles and alignments without needing multiple devices simplifies inventory management for healthcare providers and offers greater flexibility in patient care. The intuitive design aims to minimize discomfort for the patient while maximizing therapeutic effectiveness.

Manamed Kahuna Brace Specifications

General

Brand	Manamed
Model	Kahuna Brace
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English