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Lay the vest open on a flat surface and locate the velcro strip on the inside of the back of the vest and the lumbar insert.
Locate the velcro on the back of the lumbar insert and remove the white protective film strip.
Remove and reattach the lumbar insert to the inside of the vest with the narrow side pointing upward to locate the vertical position for lumbar support.
Align the velcro strip on the back of the lumbar insert with the velcro strip on the inside of the vest.
Press together to connect the lumbar insert to the inside of the vest.
Put on the vest and check for proper lumbar alignment.
A healthcare professional should assist in removing the vest and reattaching the velcro strips to adjust the lumbar insert in the optimal position for lumbar support.
The anterior inserts are the shortest of two pairs of inserts in the kit. Close the vest and locate the two zippered pockets on the front upper chest area.
Load the inserts with the slightly narrower end pointing downward and zip the pockets closed.
The lateral inserts also have a slight taper and are narrower than the anterior inserts.
Reach around to the sides of the vest or flip the vest over to locate a mesh pocket.
Load the inserts with the slightly narrower end pointing downward.
Put on the vest and locate the 6” wide elastic strap on the inside. The purpose of this strap is to assure a snug fit around the waist, lower back, and provide lumbar support.
Stretch the elastic strap to desired length and secure by connecting the velcro fasteners.
A qualified medical professional is recommended for the first adjustment in tightening the straps.
Connect the zipper at the bottom of the vest and zip up to the top.
Locate the front lower straps with the side release buckles, snap together, and pull to tighten around the lower waist.
Locate the next 2 sets of straps with buckles, snap together, and pull to tighten.
Retighten
all the straps to assure an overall snug fit throughout the back brace.
Locate the lower velcro side straps on each side. Feed the strap through the connector, tighten, and secure the velcro for a snug fit.
A qualified medical professional is recommended for the first adjustment in tightening the straps.
Locate the upper velcro side straps on each side. Feed the strap through the connector, tighten, and secure the velcro for a snug fit.
A qualified medical professional is recommended to perform the first adjustment in tightening the straps.
Locate the velcro straps on each shoulder. Feed the strap through the connector, tighten, and secure the velcro for a snug fit.
A qualified medical professional is recommended for the first adjustment in
tightening the straps.
