Ingenious Foot Therapy.

Foot Therapy
Ingenious Foot Therapy.
Bauerfeind UK
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MEDICAL
ORTHOPEDICS
Bauerfeind AG
Triebeser Strasse 16
07937 Zeulenroda
Germany
www.bauerfeind.com
Business Unit Orthopedics
Arnoldstrasse 15
47906 Kempen
Germany
Phone +49 (0) 2152-208-0
Fax
+49 (0) 2152-5 23 63
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Bauerfeind. Motion is Life.
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Bauerfeind offers you and your patients a comprehensive system of orthopedic
appliances for individualized treatment. The high quality standards of the proven
Bauerfeind product range guarantee optimal efficacy. Specific solutions are also
available for the targeted treatment of the ankle and Achilles tendon that will allow
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patients to resume an active life as soon as possible despite health problems.
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ORTHOPÄDIE
On the following pages we present the five principal Bauerfeind products and their
Patient folder
indications for the treatment of the foot.
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AchilloTrain® Pro
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AchilloTrain®
MalleoTrain®
AirLoc®
MalleoLoc®
CaligaLoc®
Train
Indications
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Achillodynia (tendonitis, paratendinitis, bursitis, e.g.
in Haglund‘s deformity)
AchilloTrain® Pro
Postoperative, e.g. of Achilles tendon ruptures
Active support for functional
treatment of the Achilles tendon.
Features
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The active knitted support is anatomically contoured for an
excellent fit and maximum comfort.
The anatomically contoured viscoelastic insert runs alongside
the Achilles tendon and is covered with nodules on the side
facing the tendon.
An especially soft and stretchable knitted section around the
shin facilitates donnig of the support by the patient.
No heel lift.
The short knitted section in the metatarsal area makes the
support more comfortable to wear with shoes.
Mode of action
The profile insert runs alongside the Achilles tendon to
produce local, intermittent massaging of the peritendineum/tendon during movement. This action improves local
metabolism and lymph drainage to reduce edema and
accelerate recovery.
Stimulation of the Achilles tendon and the muscle-tendon
transition influences proprioception for improved muscle
control.
Active support for the functional treatment of the Achilles
tendon.
Colors
Train
Indications
AchilloTrain®
Active Support for Achilles Tendon
Relief.
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Achillodynia (paratendinitis, tendinitis,
Achilles bursitis e.g. in Haglund‘s deformity)
Follow-up treatment of Achilles tendon
ruptures
Features
The active knitted support is anatomically contoured for
maximum comfort.
The integrated tendon pad is viscoelastic and anatomically
contoured.
A removable heel wedge is integrated into the support.
A separate heel cushion is also provided for the unaffected
leg to offset the length difference.
Mode of action
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The profile insert runs alongside the Achilles tendon to
produce uniform application of pressure and a local massage
effect during movement. This mode of action improves metabolism locally and reduces edema.
The integrated viscoelastic heel wedge raises the heel
(approx. 6 mm) to relieve the Achilles tendon.
Coordinated muscle control is assisted via the effect on
proprioception.
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Train
Indications
Postoperative and posttraumatic
irritation (e.g. after sprains)
MalleoTrain®
Joint effusions and swellings from
osteoarthritis and arthritis
Active Ankle Support.
Tendomyopathies
Ligamental weaknesses
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Features
The anatomically-contoured knitted support can be adjusted to
the individual and is very comfortable to wear.
The two viscoelastic inserts are anatomically shaped and
aligned.
Mode of action
Graduated compression promotes the reabsorption of edema,
effusions and hematomas.
Intermittent compression is exerted during movement to
promote circulation via the joint capsule and tendon insertions.
Effects on sensomotory function support active stabilization
of the ankle.
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Colors
Every day some 8.000 people in Germany suffer an ankle injury.
Just one careless step is all it takes. If the stabilizing muscles
Since lateral ligament injuries can also affect the bones, cartilage or other, smaller
ligaments, a fairly detailed examination should be performed if the foot is in an unnatural position, if the patient cannot stand on the foot or if distinct bruising develops
during the first 30 minutes after injury.
Special instability tests indicate
if a ligament is torn and if yes,
which one.
do not react quickly enough as the ankle twists, the joint capsule
Untreated injuries of the ankle can result in permanent pain, instabilities or arthrosis.
and ligaments have to absorb the whole impact. If the force
The Bauerfeind foot
therapy range
for ankle injuries.
acting on these parts of the ankle is too great, then microinjuries of the capsular ligaments occur in the form of sprains or
A major problem associated with a twisted ankle is the increased risk of further injuries
as a result of inadequate muscle control and guidance of the ankle. Even minor sprains
can cause the affected individual to twist the same ankle repeatedly and thus suffer
more serious injuries. Specific instability tests can show whether a lateral ligament is
torn and, if so, identify the specific ligament.
strains. If the ankle continues to twist, the joint capsule is torn
and the anterior lateral ligament is severed. Finally, the middle
Positive anterior drawer test for rupture of the anterior
talofibular ligament.
segment of the lateral ligament also tears. While approx.
80 % of torn ligaments affect the anterior segment and approx.
25 % the middle segment, the posterior segment of the lateral
ligament is rarely involved. Inward twisting of the ankle is a rare
occurrence, but the resulting injury to the medial ligament is
frequently associated with fractures of the lateral malleolus and
Most patients who sprain their ankle are able to continue walking right away.
An orthosis prevents further deterioration of the injury from a second twisting.
If the ankle becomes swollen, an anatomically contoured knitted support with
integrated pads can help by significantly alleviating the symptoms and also compensating for the loss of muscle coordination.
Orthoses and supports can also reduce the risk of injury in potentially hazardous
situations, for example during sports. The Bauerfeind foot therapy range can provide
you with the orthopedic appliance that is perfectly matched to the respective injury.
tears of the ligament connections between the tibia and fibula.
Positive talar tilt test for rupture of the anterior
talofibular ligament and the calcaneofibular ligament.
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Levels of injury
Stabilizing muscles
Grade 1 Sprain or partial rupture with no instability
Grade 2 Rupture of the anterior talofibular ligament –
positive drawer test
Grade 3 Additional rupture of the calcaneofibular ligament –
positive supination test with talar tilt
The typical inversion trauma with a ligament lesion generally occurs at 20-30°
plantar flexion.
A distinction is made between the three levels of
injury, depending on the
extent of ligament injury and
the associated instability.
Loc
Indications
AirLoc®
Stabilizing orthosis for ankle
stabilization.
Acute capsular ligament injuries of the
ankle
Chronic instability
Postoperative rehabilitation
Relapse prevention
Features
AirLoc is a stabilizing orthosis incorporating an innovative
flexible shell. This facilitates optimal adaptation to the
individual foot width and the degree of swelling.
The plastic shells are anatomically contoured and therefore fit
the ankle comfortably.
Patient-friendly fitting with two individually adjustable Velcro
straps.
The Velcro straps are specially cut to match the patient’s
individual calf shape.
Individually inflatable air cushions facilitate very close fitting
for the respective degree of swelling.
The AirLoc system provides a high degree of stabilization for
the ankle.
The streamlined shell design offers advantages when the shell
is worn inside a shoe.
AirLoc is available in one universal size for the right and left
foot.
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Mode of action
The orthosis supports sensorimotor function to counteract
ankle twisting.
The orthosis stabilizes the lateral capsular ligaments of the
ankle, particularly when used in combination with a shoe.
Loc
Indications
MalleoLoc®
Stabilizing orthosis for the ankle.
Early functional treatment for injuries
of the lateral malleolar ligaments
(and the bifurcate ligaments)
Capsular ligament strains
Postoperative rehabilitation
Chronic ligament insufficiency
Prophylactic use
Features
Anatomically contoured MalleoLoc conforms to the outside
edge of the foot to counteract supination, even without
a shoe.
Since the orthosis lies flat against the foot, it can easily be
worn inside a shoe.
A special low-fatigue pad makes MalleoLoc extremely comfortable to wear.
MalleoLoc can be individually shaped.
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Mode of action
The orthosis stabilizes the foot by preventing lateral twisting
movements of the ankle without appreciably hindering the
normal heel-toe stride.
MalleoLoc lies against the anterolateral aspect of the joint to
counteract forward movement of the talus.
The proprioceptive effects promote active stabilization of the
ankle muscles.
Loc
Indications
Conservative treatment of torn ankle
ligaments
CaligaLoc®
Postoperative protection after ligamental
suturing/reconstruction
Stabilizing orthosis for the ankle.
Temporary stabilization for posttraumatic
tarsal sinus syndrome and decompensated
instability of the subtalar joint
Permanent stabilization for chronic
instability of the upper and/or lower ankle
where surgery is contraindicated
Features
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CaligaLoc is the logical outcome of the development of the
proven MHH ankle splint.
The stability element is anatomically contoured and can be
reshaped if necessary.
CaligaLoc can be worn round the clock, as a support splint in
normal shoes during the day and as a postural splint, without
shoes, at night.
Mode of action
CaligaLoc stabilizes the ankle by counteracting supination.
CaligaLoc prevents abnormal load situations in the upper,
and to a certain extent lower, ankle.
The integrated pronating raised heel section takes the strain
off the lateral malleolar ligaments.
Bauerfeind foot products at a glance.
The following table lists all the foot products mentioned in this brochure to help you
differentiate between the products and give you an overview of the main indications
and differing degrees of stabilization.
DEGREE OF S TABILIZATION
Stabilization of
upper and lower
ankle
Immediate
posttraumatic
management
Without heel
elevation
Extended pad
Relief of
Achilles tendon
AchilloTrain® Pro
AchilloTrain®
Stabilization
without a shoe
Reduction of soft
tissue irritation
Indications
MalleoTrain®
AirLoc®
MalleoLoc®
CaligaLoc®
Irritation, e.g. posttraumatic/postoperative
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Osteoarthritis/arthritis
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Chronic ligament insufficiency
Conservative treatment of capsular ligament injuries
Postoperative protection after ligamental suturing/reconstruction
Stabilization for the lower ankle
Achillodynia/follow-up treatment of Achilles tendon ruptures
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MalleoTrain®
AirLoc®
MalleoLoc®
CaligaLoc®
AchilloTrain® Pro
AchilloTrain®
Active support for
muscular stabilization of
the ankle.
Stabilizing orthosis
for the ankle.
Stabilizing orthosis
for the ankle.
Stabilizing orthosis
for the ankle.
Active support for functional
treatment of the Achilles
tendon.
Active support for relief
of the Achilles tendon.