Thuasne Sleeq ADAPT 456 TLSO User manual

Sleeq®ADAPT 456 TLSO
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Indications:
Stable, osteoporotic vertebral fractures, Kyphosis with poor shoulder posture, Spondylitis, Arthritis, Sagittal
plane motion restriction, Post-operative thoracic spinal support, post-injury thoracic spinal support
Intended Clinical Benets:
Provide motion restriction and intracavity pressure to the thoracic and lumbar spine to reduce pain, post-
operative and post-injury stabilization
Contraindications:
Pregnancy, circulatory, pulmonary, cardiovascular or other conditions where increased abdominal pressure
would be of concern, unstable vertebral fracture, known allergy to product component, abdominal size
more than 59in (150cm) for brace tting (see size guide)
Warnings & Precautions:
Read all instructions prior to use, if increased pain, swelling, sensation changes, or any adverse reactions
are experienced while using this product, immediately consult your medical professional. For single patient
use only. This product is intended to be applied by a qualied clinician as directed by a physician or other
qualied healthcare practitioner
BRACE COMPONENTS
WING
PULL TAB
SIZING GUIDE
VELCRO® CONNECTOR
SIZING ARCS
THORACARE SUPPORT
SHOULDER STRAPS
RIGID POSTERIOR SHELLS
EXT-EXTENSION PANEL
*(Sold Separately)
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B
C
D
E
A
B
C
D
E
F
F
G
G
H
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1.0 BRACE COMPONENTS

Size Determination and Adjustment
Refer to Sizing Guide (C) to determine wing positioning. Detach
Pull Tab, lift Velcro Connnector, slide wing in or out to adjust.
Press down Velcro Connector. Repeat on opposite wing panel.
Adjust Height
With brace donned (1) Separate base of ThoraCare
Support (2) Adjust upward or downward so that top
center of ThoraCare support aligns at T3/scapular spine
level
Customize for waist to hip disparities: Follow procedures from
section 2.1-2 to release wing. Angle wings to up or down to
address disparities and pendulous abdomen.
2.0 SIZING
2.1 2.2
2.3
PULL
TAB VELCRO
CONNECTOR WING
(1)
(2)
(3.1) When removing the brace, always replace Pull Tabs Bto ready position
(3.2) Lay brace on a flat surface then pull both Wings Aoutward to reset the tightening mechanism.
Pull downward on straps to
tighten shoulder harness.
1
2
LR
Detach pull tabs and adjust
compression by pulling forward and
re-attaching the pull tabs to the front
of the brace.
Removing Brace:
Loosen shoulder straps, detach pull tabs from front of brace and re-attach laterally. Separate wings and slide brace o over
the shoulders. Reset brace.
3.0 Reset
3.1 3.2
3.3 3.4
3.5 3.73.6
3.0 Donning/Dong
First loosen the shoulder straps, don brace over the
shoulders.
Adjust “ThoraCare” strap up or down to accommodate larger
patients. Position brace to desired height (T-3 / scapular spine level).
(1) Wrap left wing to align with
medial line of abdomen.
(2) Wrap right wing and attach at
mid-line.
BB
AA
4.0 Customizations (Customizations are to be carried out by a medical professional with expertise)
Wing Panel Customization:
(1) Open wing pocket. (2) Remove and customize the felt wing panels and Rigid Interior shells (3)
Interior Rigid Shell Customization:
Posterior shells can be heat modied, trimmed and /or custom contoured to create the appropriate support and
height for the patient, Utilize and modify both shells or 1 shell.
4.1
4.1

Warnings:
Carefully read use/care instructions and warnings prior to use. If increased pain, swelling, sensation changes, or any
adverse reactions are experienced while using this product, immediately consult your medical professional.
Precautions:
Follow the advice of the professional who prescribed or supplied the product. Consult your professional if
discomfort occurs. Store at room temperature, preferably in its original packaging. For hygiene and performance
reasons, do not re-use the product for another patient. Any serious incident that occurs in connection with the
product must be reported to the manufacturer and to the competent authority of the Member State in which the
user and/or patient are/is domiciled.
Care:
Do not use any cleaning agents, conditioners or aggressive products (containing chlorine). Squeeze out the water
thoroughly. Dry away from any heat sources.
Material Composition:
Nylon, Polyester, Polypropylene, synthetic rubber (latex-free).
Disposal:
Disposeof in accordance with local regulations.
Limited Warranty:
Thuasne USA will repair or replace all or part of the unit and its accessories for material or workmanship defects for a
period of six months from the date of sale.
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