User Guide

A193RG, A193SM, A193PED
Lerman MINERVA Cervical Orthosis
Installation and User Guide
25486‐001 REV H 2022-05-23
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INTRODUCTION
The Lerman MINERVA is a cervical orthosis that consists of two shells, anterior and posterior, which are joined by torso and shoulder
straps. The posterior segment has an attached occipital support, which may be moved vertically. A sliding mandibular support is
attached to the anterior shell. This mandibular support may also be adjusted vertically. A forehead strap is included to provide
additional support. The Lerman MINERVA is constructed entirely of non‐ferrous materials.
Product Code Size Measurement (Chin to Distal Edge of Brace*)
A193REG Regular 13”‐16” (33‐41 cm)
A193SM Small 11”‐13” (28‐33 cm)
A193PED Pediatric 9”‐11” (23‐28 cm)
*Distal edge of the brace should be positioned at the inferior end of the sternum.
Product Code Description
A193REG-CHIN-MR CHIN ASSY REG MINERVA
A193SM-CHIN-MR CHIN ASSY SM MINERVA
A193PED-CHIN-MR CHIN ASSY PED MINERVA
A193REG-OCPT-MR OCCIPITAL ASSY REG MINERVA
A193SM-OCPT-MR OCCIPITAL ASSY SM MINERVA
A193PED-OCPT-MR OCCIPITAL ASSY PED MINERVA
O10901 MINERVA PAD SET RG
O10902 MINERVA PAD SET SM
O10927 PAD CHIN RG MINERVA
O10928 PAD OCCIP RG MINERVA
O10931 PAD CHIN SM MINERVA
INDICATIONS
The Lerman Minerva is intended to support and stabilize C2-T3 stable fractures, muscular/ligamentous injury, degenerative joint
disease, cervical pain, and nerve impingement.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Unstable fractures, type II dens fractures.
INSTALLATION AND USE
1. Compare the posterior section with the patient to roughly determine the correct height of the occipital support with respect to
the posterior shell.
2. Make height adjustments as necessary to the posterior section by removing the screws and sliding the bar. Replace the screws
when adjustments are complete.
3. Contour and adjust the posterior section as needed.
4. With the help of an assistant, log‐roll the patient to his/her side to fit the posterior section.
Be sure the head and neck are supported during the log-roll process.
5. When a successful posterior fit is achieved, roll the patient onto his/her back.
6. Make height adjustments as necessary to the anterior section by removing the screws and sliding the bar. Replace the screws
when adjustments are complete.
7. Contour and adjust the anterior section as needed.
8. Adjust all hook and pile closures to a snug comfortable position.
9. Attach the optional forehead strap for additional support if needed.