Eco Spinal Brace – A Guide for Patients
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You have been fitted with a rigid spinal brace by a qualified Orthotist.This brace has been customised to ensure the best possible fit and treatment outcome for you and your diagnosis. Please read this information booklet thoroughly, and if you have any questions, or feel your brace needs to be reviewed or adjusted please contact your orthotist immediately on 1300 866 275. |
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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
• Your brace can be wiped clean with a damp cloth and mild soap solution (we suggest using hand-soap or shampoo).
• Use a separate towel or cloth to dab away excess water or soap residue.
• Do not immerse brace in water.
• Allow time for brace to dry before re-applying.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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STEP 3 |
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| Place arms through the shoulder straps of your brace, in the same way you might put on a jacket or backpack. Take care not to twist your back while doing this. | Ensure the brace is positioned centrally and low on your back. When sitting on firm chair/bed, the brace should sit roughly 5cm above the chair/bed. | Fasten the abdominal belt (large black wings) around your waist. This should sit on the lower part of your belly, and should be fastened firmly but comfortably. | ||
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| Pull the tab/string firmly to tighten the brace and attach Velcro tab to the belt. | Tighten shoulder straps to be firm but comfortable. These straps will prevent you from leaning forwards, which is an important movement to prevent with most diagnoses. |
 Front View |
 Rear View |
REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS
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| Loosen shoulder straps and remove arms. | Open compression tab/string, and re-attach in a place that allows you to find it easily when next putting your brace on. | Open abdominal belt and brace should come away easily. |
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• Wear a cotton T-shirt under the brace to keep it clean and minimise irritation. • Maintain a comfortable snug fit by adjusting brace tension throughout the day as needed. • Follow you doctors instructions regarding wear regime. • Keep the brace clean.
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DON’T |
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| • Wear brace when in bed for an extended period of time (e.g. overnight or longer than an hour)
• Remove your brace unless instructed to do so • Put anything inside the brace • Use solvents or abrasive cleaning agents on the brace • Put the brace close to a source of heat
Distributed by OPC Health | 26-32 Clayton Road, Clayton VIC 3168 |
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