Aspen PEAK SCOLI User manual

Peak Scoliosis
Bracing System
Patient Handbook

Patient Name
Date
Hospital/Facility
City, State
Please bring all teaching sheets and discharge information with
you if you return to the hospital or physician’s office/clinic for
follow-up care. If you have any questions, please contact your
physician or fitting professional.
PATIENT INFORMATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 
Brace Application 
Brace Removal 
Brace Cleaning 
Patient Notes 

1
INTRODUCTION
The Peak™Scoliosis Bracing System is an unloader brace designed
to provide pain relief for adult scoliosis patients. Your physician has
determined that wearing this brace will help your condition.
These instructions identify the steps you need to take and what
you need to be aware of in order to properly apply and care
for your Peak Scoliosis Bracing System. Adhering to these steps
and following your physician’s instructions will help ensure safe
and effective care.

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Chest Pad
Thoracic Pad Iliac Pad
Lateral PanelPosterior Panel
(Back Panel)
Trochanter Pad
EXTERIOR VIEW
INTERIOR VIEW
Pull Tabs
Tension Straps
Closure Strap

3
BRACE APPLICATION
To begin, ensure that the pull tabs are as close to the back panel as possible
and that the brace is fully extended.
Pull Tab Back Panel
The various components of your Peak Scoliosis Bracing System have
been modified to create a customized fit designed to meet your
specific needs. To ensure optimal results, do not alter the brace.
Consult your clinician or your fitting professional should you have any
questions or concerns about the placement of the pads or proper fit.
The following instructions will aid you in applying your brace in the
correct position as well as tightening the belt for maximum pain relief.

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Inhale deeply and wrap the belt around as tightly as possible. Overlap the ends
of the brace and press down rmly to secure. Before tightening, be sure both the
top and the bottom of the belt are snug. If needed, angle the ends of the brace
up or down in order to achieve a snug t at both the top and the bottom.
Be sure to position each pad in it’s proper location. It is important that you apply the
brace in the same position so that it feels the same as it did when you were initially t.

5
Be aware that the right pull tab controls the upper compression and the left pull
tab controls the lower compression. Adjust as needed for maximum pain relief.
To tighten the brace, grasp the pull tabs and pull them away from your body. Over
tighten the brace, then loosen slightly to achieve a supportive but comfortable t.

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Once the appropriate compression is obtained, place the pull tabs on the front
panel of the brace, press down to secure.
When seated, check that the brace is comfortable by conrming that the
trochanter pad is not too low and that the thoracic pad is not uncomfortably
high. To maintain effective, comfortable support, it can be helpful to slightly
adjust the upper portion of the brace by loosening the right pull tab.

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BRACE REMOvAL
To remove the brace, peel up the pull tabs and reattach them on either side of
the brace as close to the back panel as possible to release the compression.
Be sure to remove the brace as instructed. Proper placement of
the pull tabs and extension of the brace will help ensure that it is
ready to apply the next time.

8
Peel back the ends of the brace to open.
Before removing entirely, be sure to fully extend the ends of the brace.
This will adjust the brace so it is ready to apply the next time.

9
BRACE CLEANINg
When desired, the brace can be hand washed.
Wash the brace using mild soap and water. DO NOT use bleach, harsh
chemicals or machine wash.

10
Lay the brace on a clean, dry towel. Pat out any excessive moisture and
allow the brace to air dry completely. DO NOT machine dry.
Rinse thoroughly.

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Additional Instructions
PATIENT NOTES
Wear the Peak Scoliosis Bracing System ____ hours per day, ____ times per day.
FOLLOW YOUR PHYSICIAN’S INSTRUCTIONS

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LIMITED WARRANTY
Aspen Medical Products, Irvine, CA 92618, warrants to the user who originally purchases this
product that it is free from defects in material and workmanship. The sole obligation of Aspen
Medical Products in the event of breach of warranty shall be to repair or replace the defective
product or part(s).
Aspen Medical Products shall have no obligation under this limited warranty in the event:
(a) The product was not purchased from Aspen Medical Products or through its authorized
channels of distribution;
(b) The product is altered;
(c) Any parts not supplied by Aspen Medical Products are inserted into the product; or
(d) The product is not used in accordance with the Aspen Medical Products, Instructions for Use.
THE FOREGOING IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR FAILURE IN SERVICE
OF, OR DEFECT IN, THE PRODUCT. ASPEN MEDICAL PRODUCTS SHALL NOT BE
LIABLE UNDER THIS OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY FOR ANY DIRECT, SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE, AND ALL
OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON THE PART OF ASPEN MEDICAL PRODUCTS FOR
DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF THE PRODUCTS,
WHICH ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED AND EXCLUDED BY ASPEN MEDICAL PRODUCTS.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from
state to state.
Warning: To ensure proper use, please review all material.
A listing of authorized distributors in your area is available upon request.
READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE. Proper training in the use of this device should take
place before it is applied. These directions are guidelines only and are not offered as medical
recommendations.
THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR APPLICATION BY LICENSED HEALTH CARE
PRACTITIONERS AS DIRECTED BY A PHYSICIAN OR OTHER QUALIFIED MEDICAL
AUTHORITY. PERMANENT INJURY MAY RESULT FROM USE OTHER THAN AS
DIRECTED BY A PHYSICIAN OR OTHER MEDICAL AUTHORITY. ASPEN MEDICAL
PRODUCTS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY FOR INJURY
OR DAMAGE BY REASON OF ANY APPLICATION OF THIS PRODUCT. PLEASE SEE THE
ACCOMPANYING LIMITED WARRANTY FOR FURTHER INFORMATION IN THIS REGARD.
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