GUIDELINES FOR USE
EXEMPLARY TREATMENT PROTOCOL
STEP 1:
Rotate therapy knob until a gentle, pain-free stretch is felt. Level 2-3 on stretch intensity scale.
STEP 2: Hold stretch position for 5 minutes. Before turning knob, reassess stretch level:
1.
If stretch intensity has decreased, rotate knob until you feel a 2-3 level stretch again.
2.
If stretch intensity has not changed, leave in same position.
3.
If stretch intensity has increased, rotate knob in opposite direction until 2-3 level stretch is felt.
STEP 3:
Hold stretch position for another 5 minutes.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 for a series of six 5-minute stretches (30-Minute Therapy Session).
IMPORTANT: If you are initiating JAS therapy early post surgery, you may need to begin with shorter therapy
sessions (one to three 5-minute stretches per session), due to potential postoperative symptoms of swelling, pain and
sensitivity to passive stretch. If so, gradually increase to 30-minute sessions over a two week period, as tolerated.
STEP 4: When 30-minute session is complete, turn knob in opposite direction until stretch is relieved, then
remove device. You may feel some joint stiffness following your JAS session. Gently move your joint
back and forth to “cool down” and relieve the stiffness.
IMPORTANT:
Aggressive or painful levels of stretch will not be therapeutic, and will yield counterproductive
results - increased stiffness, swelling or pain, and little or no gains in joint ROM.
NUMBER OF SESSIONS PER DAY:
Three 30-minute sessions, per direction, per day, are suggested for optimal
results. Begin with one 30-minute session per day and add sessions every 3-5 days as tolerated up to 3 sessions per
direction per day. Wait 45-60 minutes between each JAS treatment session.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Contact JAS toll free between the hours of 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST at (800) 879-0117 for technical assistance and
questions regarding your JAS device.
CAUTION:
If you experience a change in swelling or irritation to your underlying
condition when using the JAS device, discontinue use and contact your physician.
JAS EZ Turnbuckle orthoses are custom fabricated per individual patient. A series of specific measurements are taken so that the
rigid polyethylene cuffs can be molded and cut to precisely fit the unique anatomic dimensions and anomolies of a patient’s
extremity. This is the only way to assure accurate fit and minimize potential for tissue irritation.
JAS EZ Turnbuckle orthoses can be prescribed by the practitioner in a variety of wearing protocols and applications. JAS EZ
orthoses can be used as a Turnbuckle or a positional supportive brace as directed by the prescribing physician. Practitioners have
the flexibility to prescribe shorter or longer term wearing times and treatment protocols. All programs should be monitored for
progress by the supervising practitioner and managed accordingly.
Joint Active Systems, Inc.
2600 South Raney • Effingham, IL 62401
TEL: (217) 342-3412 or (800) 879-0117
www.jointactivesystems.com
Covered by one or more US patents. Other patents pending.
Licensed in the State of Illinois.
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NOTE: The following protocol has been utilized with successful clinical outcomes. However, the wearing schedule, which
includes duration and frequency of use, is to be ultimately determined by the prescribing physician or supervising practitioner.
Should your prescribing physician or therapist recommend a different protocol, please follow his or her instructions.
