THUASNE SpryStep Plus Specialty Bracing Instruction Manual

: June 12, 2024
: THUASNE

Table of Contents

SpryStep® Plus
Documents / Resources
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)

SpryStep® Plus

Specialty Bracing

Indications

These indications are biomechanical deficits that the orthosis is intended to address. Assessment by a healthcare professional is always recommended.

Fatigueable footdrop
Footslap
Footdrop
Excessive plantarflexion during swing phase (secondary to weak dorsiflexors)
Weakness of the pretibial muscles ≤3
Plantar flexor strength 3 or 4
Mild knee instability during stance phase
Moderate knee instability during stance phase
Mild quadriceps weakness
Excessive knee flexion during stance phase (secondary to weak plantarflexors)
Circumduction
Vaulting
High knee gait Hip hiking / contralateral trunk lean

Contraindications

These contraindications are pathological conditions the orthosis was not intended to address. In some scenarios the assessment of a trained CPO can override these suggestions.

Patients over 250lbs (please call Thuasne USA for custom options)
Moderate to severe spasticity of the foot and ankle
Open ulcers of the foot, ankle or lower leg
Moderate to severe edema
Moderate to severe foot deformities
Moderate to severe ankle instabilities
Moderate to severe fixed ankle varus orvalgus conditions
Non-correctable triplanar instability
Plantarflexion contracture
Running/high impact activities (please call Thuasne USA for custom options)

Warnings & Precautions

Risk of accident when driving a motor vehicle or machinery when wearing SpryStep® Plus is determined on a case by case basis. Criteria include the type of fitting and the individual abilities of the SpryStep® Plus user
If the SpryStep® is applied too tightly to the body it can result in restricted blood flow or nerve palsy
SpryStep® Plus can only be worn in appropriate footwear (closed heel, closed toe, maximum heel height of 1″)

Warranty

1 year warranty on carbon fiber portion of the AFO
6 month warranty for pad and strap

Warranty Limitations

Extreme squatting or kneeling.
Loading a portion of the toe while climbing stairs or uneven surfaces

Product Disclaimer

This brace is a prescription product that should be used in accordance with the directives of a physician as part of a treatment plan for managing the patient’s total health. While this type of brace has proven beneficial to many patients, outcomes will vary based on factors including patient age, general health, and/or lack of compliance with instructions for how to put on and use the product. Because of variations in the health and condition of each patient, Townsend Design also does not make any specific recommendations regarding appropriate activities for the user of this brace. You should IMMEDIATELY DISCONTINUE USE of this brace if there is any abnormal redness that lasts more than 10 minutes after removing the brace, or any skin irritation, bruising, blistering or abrasion.

Townsend Design
4615 Shepard Street
Bakersfield, CA 93313
United States
Tel 661.837.1795

Footplate Preparation

1. Tracing Footwear Inlay

Use the inlay from the footwear to measure the template size (if the inlay is removable)
Trace the template onto the SpryStep® Plus footplate

2. Cutting the Footplate

Use scissors to trim the footplate to the correct template size
Note: It is only possible to trim the blue area with scissors

Fitting instructions

1. Place SpryStep® Plus into Shoe

Take the original inlay out of the shoe, if removable
The SpryStep® Plus should fit into the shoe with minimal distortion to the shoe

2. Place Inlay Over the Footplate

Place original inlay over the top of the SpryStep® Plus foot plate
If the inlay is not removable, disregard this step

3. Fitting the SpryStep® Plus

With the shoe laces loose, slide the foot inside the shoe. You may use a shoe horn if needed

4. Check the Fit

Ensure the heel sits flat on the sole and that the shoe heel is not distorted

5. Secure the Calf Strap

Feed the straps through the loop
If the strap is too long, remove the alligator tab and trim the strap with scissors
Replace alligator tab
Fasten strap firmly

6. Secure the Fit