Introduction; Foreword; Customer Information; Mode Of Operation - Albrecht HALLUXSAN HALLUX VALGUS Gebrauchsanweisung

halluxsan
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User Instructions

1. Introduction

1.1. Foreword

Hallux valgus is the medical term for a
deformity where the big toe sits at an angle to
the second toe.
The ball of the big toe ball protrudes, often
becoming the site of painful inflammation.
Dynamic tension applied in the opposite
direction countervails this development. Pain is
alleviated.
The halluxsan brace can be used in both
conservative and post-operative treatment.
The halluxsan brace should be worn without
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shoes for several hours while resting or at
night.

1.2. Customer information

For your own safety please read through these
User Instructions carefully and accurately
before using the brace. The instructions, notes
and procedures must be read and understood
thoroughly in order to benefit from the correct
operation and use of the device. If anything
in the User Instructions is not clear, or any
instructions, operating procedures or safety
information is not fully understandable, please
contact the appropriate specialist retailer or
albrecht GmbH directly, before you use the
brace. This particularly applies to the safety
instructions.
14 00800 03032900 – INTERNATIONAL SERVICE-HOTLINE

1.3. Mode of operation

The halluxsan functions according to the
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CDS -principle and has been designed to
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treat hallux valgus (bunion). The brace applies
a dynamic low load prolonged stretch to
stimulate growth in the contracted tissue and
reduce pain. The adjustable redression
range protects the tissue of painful
overstretching.

1.4. Application

The brace must only be used for the orthotic
treatment of the hallux valgus.
Conservative treatment:
• Moderate hallux valgus with a mild to
moderate deformity (deviation of the toe).
• Onset of pain at the base joint of the big toe
with irritation of the bursa (apply ice pack
before treatment).
• Relapse after surgery (if the toe starts to
force itself outwards again).
• Preventive treatment if there is a family
predisposition to hallux valgus.
• Swelling of the bursa.
Pre-operative use in surgery preparation.
Post-operative treatment:
• Use only when the wound has stabilized and
once the stitches have been removed.
• The brace should not cause any pressure
points or severe pain.