iWALKFree iWALK 2.0, User Manual

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Page 2: ...mpting to use iWALK2 0s You will follow all instructions for fitting and first time use If possible you will view our instructional videos at www iwalk free com help replaces written instructions Afte...

Page 3: ...user s height iWALK 2 0 SIZE CHART based on user s leg length 2 E F YES Your leg length is within the ranges shown iWALKWILL WORK FORYOU Proceed to next page NO Your leg is outside the ranges shown iW...

Page 4: ...LEARN TO USE YOUR iWALK 2 0 IN 3 EASY STEPS ASSEMBLY FITTING USE Repackaging 1 2 3 4 to 6 7 to 16 17 to 24 25 to 29 3...

Page 5: ...STER View INSTRUCTIONAL VIDEOS instead www iwalk free com help Assembly 4 Upper Assembly Lower Assembly 3 Handle 2 Thumb Screws 12 Knee Platform 13 Calf Strap Mount 14 Height Adjustment Spring Lower 5...

Page 6: ...head fills the hole in the Knee Platform Hint if spring does not fill the hole wiggle the tubes until spring head pops out C Test the connection Simultaneously pull UP on the Upper Assembly tube while...

Page 7: ...gh Support is in place If missing check your work area to see if it has been accidentally pushed out If nut is missing do not panic Nut is standard M5 x 8 available at most hardware stores or call us...

Page 8: ...n minutes We ll show you how Height Adjust both the upper and lower section of the crutch to the correct height Tight For control and stability you want the straps tight Really really tight Vertical A...

Page 9: ...pring heads pop out of holes Note The Foot and lower tube will rotate The upper tube stays stationary Right Foot Incorrect Correct Incorrect Correct Left Foot Improper orientation of the Foot causes i...

Page 10: ...tate slightly while pushing up to shorten or pulling down to lengthen Repeat until correct height is achieved Note After you have basic proficiency walking you will readjust height to have equal leg l...

Page 11: ...goal is to position the crutch Foot where your human foot would normally be 2 You will naturally put most of your weight on your good leg Don t it s important that 50 of your weight is on the crutch K...

Page 12: ...at the correct angle hold this position and proceed to Step 7 Fitting 11 A A B B VERTICAL ALIGNMENT THIGH SUPPORT ADJUSTMENTS A Rotate Inner Thigh Support 1 until it contacts your inner thigh Continue...

Page 13: ...th Thumbscrew B Angles outward inefficient Loosen both Thumb Screws 2 so Thigh Supports 1 can rotate 1 Reduce rotation of the inner thigh support as shown Lock adjustment by tightening Thumb Screw 2 A...

Page 14: ...tension before using the crutch LOOSEN for easy buckle removal when taking the crutch off Length Adjustment Section This section has BLACK buckles on either end Used only for adjusting the length of...

Page 15: ...o install Black T Lock Buckles align hole in T Lock Buckle with T Post on Strap Mounts Pull back on T Lock Buckle until it locks into position Do not install Gray buckles yet leave straps hanging for...

Page 16: ...a finger under the strap it s too loose If you cannot achieve full tension loosen the TIGHTEN LOOSEN section by lifting up on the end of the Gray Tensionlock buckle Repeat Step 9 A and B until proper...

Page 17: ...per Thigh Strap 3 Knee Strap A Lift up on Gray tensionlock buckle to reduce tension of Strap B Push forward on Gray T Lock buckle to disconnect from crutch Remove calf Strap first then upper thigh Str...

Page 18: ...ftenoverlooked This is essential for proper balance and learning Do not skip this essential adjustment See Fitting steps 5 6 7 5 FOOT POSITION The Foot of your iWALK2 0 must be approximately where you...

Page 19: ...re good learning environments Always be positioned in the STARTING POSITION before you start walking A Feet side by side B Weight 50 on crutch foot 50 on good foot C Feet shoulder width apart Walking...

Page 20: ...and will limp by forcing their good foot down too early To learn quickly trust the crutch and commit 100 of your weight to the crutch leg just like normal walking 3 LEAN FORWARD When we walk our body...

Page 21: ...o the Start position by stepping back with your good foot Repeat this exercise at least four times or until you are very confident and comfortable LET S GET STARTED A A B C D Lean forward Step forward...

Page 22: ...and lean crutch forward Allow your upper body to move forward of your feet C As soon as it feels natural step forward with your GOOD foot D Continue walking Step with your crutch leg then your good l...

Page 23: ...Once you start walking do not stop Take as many continuous steps as your environment allows You will learn much faster if you do not stop If you do stop return to the Starting position then start wal...

Page 24: ...TS Your crutch is currently adjusted to the PHASE 1 LEARNING SETTINGS crutch leg slightly shorter than good leg crutch angled outward These settings are temporary They make it easier to learn but are...

Page 25: ...owed by your iWALK leg Take one step at a time DOWN Always lead with your iWALK leg Take one step at a time On steeper stairs you may need to slightly rotate your body so that the foot of your injured...

Page 26: ...l metal tubes are placed back in the protective plastic bag they came in SMALL PARTS BAG CONTENTS 1x Strap 2x Thumb Screw 1x Clamp Nut 1x Clamp Bolt USER GUIDE SMALL PARTS BAG UPPER ASSEMBLY KNEE PLAT...

Page 27: ...the tubes grasp the tubes above and below the gray plastic collars and pull in opposite directions Depress the push button spring head on the right side tube B Lay the Upper Crutch Assembly withThigh...

Page 28: ...ll the way so that they are neat and secure Tuck strap tails under the pad sleeve as shown below B Place the Knee Platform on top of the Upper Crutch Assembly VERY IMPORTANT Make sure the rounded part...

Page 29: ...Knee Platform underneath the straps and beside the Lower Crutch Assembly C Nest the bag of Small Parts on the Knee Platform between the straps and beside the Lower Crutch Assembly Note Make sure the...

Page 30: ...it came in and put it in the box A FRONT USER GUIDE FRONT B Slide the plastic bag containing the crutch parts in with the wire tied end facing toward the opening C Place the User Guide on top of the...

Page 31: ...rnal sources of ambient heat or open flame Do not store or leave in direct sunlight and do not use when painfully hot to the touch until device is allowed to cool Do not place fingers or small appenda...

Page 32: ...mbly 3 Handle 2 Thumb Screws 12 Knee Platform 13 Calf Strap Mount 14 Height Adjustment Spring Lower 5 Height Adjustment Spring Upper 4 Nut underside thigh support 15 Foot 7 Support Tubes 8 Clamp 8a Cl...