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4.2.4 SECURING THE USER
Avoid folding the trousers at the front of the leg before fastening the calf bow,
in order to avoid pressure marks. Tighten the strap on the calf bow securely.
It should be sufficiently tight that the carer can only get one finger between the
calf bow and the back of the user’s leg when the user is in the standing position.
Fasten the shoes to the brace first.
Bend the user’s knee and hold the heel down.
Bend the brace at the knee joint, place the
two fasteners in the notch and screw tight.
Pull the chest straps gently to ensure the user is secure in the belt then tighten
the belt. Don’t forget to secure the yellow safety strap.
Check that the pelvis is horizontal
before fastening the hip belt.
