Bledsoe JET User guide

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JET
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
CP020279 Rev A 09/12
Intended use: For adolescent injuries to the ACL, PCL, MCL, and LCL, medial or lateral
meniscus injuries and osteochondritis dissecans.
Disclaimer: Wearing knee braces preventatively may not protect against all injuries, but
similar to the seatbelt in a car, knee braces may reduce the severity of a knee injury.
Warning: Federal Law Restricts this Device to Sale by or on the Order of a Licensed Health
Care Practitioner.
Warning: For Single Patient Use Only.
Caution: Activity modication and proper rehabilitation are an essential part of a safe
treatment program. If any additional pain or other symptoms occur while using this device,
discontinue use and seek medical attention.
Caution: This device will not prevent or reduce all injuries.
Caution: Carefully read tting instructions and warnings prior to use. To ensure proper
performance of the brace, follow all instructions. Failure to properly position the brace and
fasten each strap will compromise performance and comfort.
Caution: This device has been developed for the indications listed above, and may be
damaged by unusual activities such as sports, falls, or other accidents, or exposure of the
hinges to debris or liquids. Do not leave this device in a car on a hot day, or in any other place
where the temperature may exceed 150°F (65° C.) for any extended period of time. To avoid
the risk of accident and possible injury to the patient, discontinue use if such an incident has
occurred.
WARRANTY: One year one frame and hinge, 90-days on soft goods (liners and straps). These
warranties apply to devices that have not been modied or subjected to misuse, abuse or
neglect. This device is expressly subject to Bledsoe’s Product Line Limited Warranty. Copies of
this limited warranty can be obtained from your medical professional, via the internet at
www.BledsoeBrace.com, or by calling 1-888-BLEDSOE (253- 3763).

JET APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
3. Securing the Brace:
a. Upper Calf Strap: Wrap the strap around the top part of the calf Insert the end of the strap through
the D-ring. Pull the tab until a snug and comfortable t is achieved.
b. Lower Calf strap: Follow the same instructions in step 3a to fasten the lower calf strap.
c. Back Thigh Straps: Follow the same instructions in step 3a to fasten the back thigh straps.
d. Adjust Front Tibia Strap: Tighten the front strap until it is snug but comfortable. Over-tightening will
cause the hinges to pull forward past the midline of the leg.
4. To Adjust Strap Length:
a. Remove the strap pad.
b. Undo the straps and
adjust the length of each
by using the hook and pile
fastener.
c. When nished adjusting
the strap’s length, replace
and center the strap pad.
Excess strap length can be
cut with scissors.
1. Unfasten Straps:
Open the 4 straps on the back
side by pulling the strap tabs
through the D-Ring. Then
loosen the front strap.
2. Positioning the Brace:
While seated with the knee
slightly bent, place the brace on
the leg, and line up the center
of the hinge slightly above the
middle of the kneecap.
4a
4c
Adjusted
strap
4b
3d3c
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3a