Aspen Vista CTO4 User manual

Aspen Vista™ CTO4
Patient Handbook

Table of Contents
Introduction 1
Brace Application 3
Adding/Removing the Anterior Strut 8
Adding/Removing of Posterior Strut 9
Washing Instructions - Pad Removal 11
Pad Washing/Pad Drying 12
Pad Replacement 13
Patient Notes 15
Warranty 16
PATIENT NAME
DATE
HOSPITAL/FACILITY
CITY, STATE
Patient Information
Please bring all teaching sheets and discharge information with you if you
return to the hospital or physician’s oce/clinic for follow-up care. If you have
any questions, please contact your physician or fitting professional.

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Introduction
Your physician has determined that wearing the Aspen Vista CTO4 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 brace at
home. Adhering to these steps and following your physician’s instructions will
help ensure safe and eective care.

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With the head in neutral alignment, log roll the patient to position the
posterior strut and collar back panel. The loop straps should be between
the patient’s ear and the trapezius.
Position the sides of the collar up and over the trapezius muscles. It is OK
if the chin piece is not touching the chin.
Brace Application
The various components of your brace may 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 if you
have any questions or concerns about the placement of the brace or proper fit.
The following instructions will aid you in applying your brace in the correct position.
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Position the Vista MultiPost Collar as instructed by your physician to obtain
the best fit.
Attach the back panel clips to the sides of the vest. Pull the straps evenly
until the back panel is tightened. Adjust the strap padding for comfort.
Tighten both collar straps.
Check to see that the back of the chin piece is not pressing inward on
the throat. If it is, lift the back ends of the side panels up and o the
trapezius muscles.
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Check again to ensure the lumbar pad straps are comfortable and secure.
Adding/Removing the Anterior Strut
NOTE: Your healthcare provider may instruct you to remove the anterior
strut depending on your progression of care.
Using your index fingers, align the tabs of the anterior clip located on the
Vista CTO Anterior strut with the slots of the front of the Vista Collar and
ensure that they snap into place. To remove, simply push the tabs in on
each end of the clip and pull away from the collar.
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Slide the posterior strut into slot on lumbar belt posterior panel until it
snaps into place.
To remove, press the button on the bottom of the posterior connection
point on both the collar and the lumbar pad and slide up.
Adding/Removing of Posterior Strut
NOTE: Your healthcare provider may instruct you to remove the posterior strut
while supine in bed.
Align the three connection posts with the three openings in the Vista
MultiPost back panel and push into position.
Push down causing strut support to lock into place. Ensure that all three
connectors are engaged.
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Pad Washing
Hand wash the pads with mild soap and warm water. Do not machine wash
or use bleach. Rinse thoroughly. The plastic shell may be wiped with mild
soap and water. Rinse and towel dry before re-attaching pads.
Pad Drying
Squeeze out excess water by pressing pads with a towel. Allow to
completely air dry by laying on a towel. Do not use heat to dry. Use
replacement pads during drying time.
Washing Instructions - Pad Removal
To remove the pads, simply peel the pads away from the hook dots that
attach them to the plastic.
For some of the pads, you must first unthread the straps on each side.
To do this, push the straps through the slits in the pad and then through
the slots in the outer edge of the plastic. This applies to the collar and
lumbar region.
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To replace the back pad, begin by attaching the green side of the pad
to the hook dots on the back panel. Once the padding is aligned with
the plastic, the straps will need to be re-threaded through the padding
and plastic slots.
Pad Replacement
All pads are intended to have the green side facing the plastic and the
white side facing the patient. To reattach the pads to the brace, properly
align the green side of the pads with the corresponding hook dots.
For the upper pad on the collar, ensure that the top piece covers the front
and rear edges of the plastic components.
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Patient Notes
FOLLOW YOUR PHYSICIAN’S INSTRUCTIONS.
WEAR THE BRACE:
HOURS
PER
DAY
TIMES
PER
DAY
Additional Instructions:
One Year Limited Warranty
Aspen Medical Products, LLC, Irvine, CA 92618, warrants to the user who originally purchases
this product that it is free from defects in material and workmanship for one year. The sole
obligation of Aspen Medical Products, LLC in the event of breach of warranty shall be to repair or
replace the defective product or part(s).
Aspen Medical Products, LLC shall have no obligation under this limited warranty in the event:
(a) The product was not purchased from Aspen Medical Products, LLC or through its authorized
channels of distribution;
(b) The product is altered;
(c) Any parts not supplied by Aspen Medical Products, LLC are inserted into the product; or
(d) The product is not used in accordance with the Aspen Medical Products, LLC Instructions for
Use.
THE FOREGOING IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR FAILURE IN SERVICE OF,
OR DEFECT IN, THE PRODUCT. ASPEN MEDICAL PRODUCTS, LLC 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, LLC FOR DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION
WITH THE USE OF THE PRODUCTS, WHICH ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED AND EXCLUDED BY
ASPEN MEDICAL PRODUCTS, LLC.
This warranty gives you specific 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.

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