Otto Bock C-Brace - Foreword; Product Description; Design and Components

1 Foreword
INFORMATION
Last update: 2017-01-18
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maintenance, unexpected operating behaviour or circumstances). Contact information can be found on the
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The product "17B300=* C-Brace" is referred to simply as the product/joint unit below.
These instructions for use provide you with important information on the use, adaptation and handling of the
product.
Instruct the patient in the proper use and care of the product. The product may not be transferred to the patient
without prior instruction.
Only put the product into use in accordance with the information contained in the accompanying documents sup
plied.
2 Product description
2.1 Design
The C-Brace orthosis can be constructed using two different systems.
2.1.1 C-Brace orthosis with spring element
The product consists of the following components:
1. Thigh shell
2. Thigh closure straps
3. Medial joint support
4. Calf closure strap
5. Foot component (closure strap optional)
6. Lower clamp adapter (connection for the Spring Element)
7. Spring Element (17CF2=1, 17CF2=4, 17CF2=HD) for energy storage dur
ing the stance phase, with integrated sensor to detect control signals. The
type of Spring Element that is used depends on the respective patient.
8. Upper clamp adapter (holder for the Spring Element)
9. Plug for Spring Element
10. Hydraulic unit (joint unit) to control the damping behaviour
2.1.2 C-Brace orthosis with Sensor Ankle
The product consists of the following components:
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Foreword