Product Type:
Lower leg-foot orthosis for immobilization in defined, adjustable positions, as well as for mobilization in definable ranges of motion.
Indications:
- Ankle fractures
- Metatarsal fractures
- Achilles tendon ruptures
- Calcaneus fractures
- Severe sprains
- Ligament rupture
- Ligament plasty
- Arthrodesis of the toe joint
- Hammer and claw toes
- Big toe fracture
Description:
VACOped Short is a shortened version of VACOped. The orthosis is used to immobilize and mobilize the foot, ankle and Achilles tendon. VACOped Short consists of a vacuum cushion that adapts precisely to the shape of every foot and lower leg. This adjustment process can be repeated as often as required. A lightweight and very stable plastic shell provides the orthosis with the necessary support.
Features / components:
- Angular mobility can be adjusted in 5 degree increments (from -15 degrees to +20 degrees), which enables both immobilization and dynamic follow-up treatment
- Using the angle adjustment in combination with a wedge sole enables treatment of Achilles tendon injuries in the pointed foot position
- The sole is removable and/or replaceable
- Toe section can be adjusted to the foot length for optimum protection of the forefoot
- Vacuum cushion is covered with a terry cloth cushion cover, which can be changed and washed
- complete care in one system from positioning to therapy
- permanent possibility of wound monitoring
- both conservative and early functional therapy possible
- vacuum cushion enables uncomplicated, quick and easy treatment of the foot Vacuum cushion enables uncomplicated, rapid readjustment in the event of changing swelling conditions
- cushion automatically molds itself to the foot by creating a vacuum
- radiolucent grid structure
- removable sole ensures a harmonious gait
Partial load control
Versions:
- VACOped Short can be used on both sides and is available in three sizes.
Sizes Shoe size
S 35 - 40
M 40 - 45
L 45 - 50
Price (without guarantee):
The price is available on request from the manufacturer / distributor.
