Ossur MAUCH KNEE User Manual

5PB
ENGLISH
Product No.: Description:
MKN KNEE PACKAGE KIT (SNS)
MKN KNEE PACKAGE KIT (SNS – Low Resistance)
MKN KNEE PACKAGE KIT (Swing)
MKN KNEE Package kit (SNS – High Stance Resistance)
APPLICATION
The Mauch
®
Knee is exclusively used for lower limb prosthetic fittings.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Figure 
• Maximum weight kg (lbs)
• Net weight = g (.lbs)
• ° knee flexion available
FUNCTION & DESIGN
• Single-axis hydraulic knee system with swing control (S) or swing and
stance control (SNS).
• Designed for multispeed ambulation.
• Yielding stance control (with SNS package).
• Mode selector switch allows for manual locking and free swing
functions (with SNS package).
• The frame is constructed of aircraft-grade aluminum optimized for
strength.
• Side load spherical bearings at knee axis and high-tech bearings
ensure:
– Smoother motion
– Reduced play
– Increased durability
CAUTION
Using a -hole adapter for a long residual limb can limit knee flexion,
because it may hit the knee frame and cover before the full range of knee
flexion is achieved.
FOR LONG RESIDUAL LIMBS, ÖSSUR RECOMMENDS
• Össur -Prong Socket Adapter, A-
• Össur -Prong Socket Adapter, A-
ALIGNMENT Figure 
The alignment reference line is equal to the weight line.
a. Alignment Reference Line (Socket Bisection)
b. Knee Axis Reference Point
– Establish a vertical pylon.
– Establish the knee center height.
– Establish the appropriate socket angles.  degrees of socket
flexion is recommended.
– Position the socket so that the alignment reference line bisects the
lateral wall at the ischial level of the socket and falls through or
slightly posterior to the knee axis.
– Establish the correct length of the prosthesis.

Ossur MAUCH KNEE Specifications

General

Brand	Ossur
Model	MAUCH KNEE
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English