Blog posts of '2014' 'July'

It is not just sports injury but regular wear and tear also leads to foot and ankle injuries. Like these there are many more absolutely simple reasons that affect your day to day movements i.e. even choosing a wrong shoe. These injuries don’t just cause pain but depending on the severity of the problem the function of the part in all is disrupted. Though physiotherapy, surgery extra take care of a part of the problem, using AFO – Swedish PLS splint or orthosis foot would ensure the necessary stability required for smooth functioning of foot & ankle.

Why AFO – Swedish PLS foot orthosis?

The splint assists lateral support to those wearying foot and ankle joints also making sure that the rear leg gets all the necessary support. Considering the task at hand, there is a common misconception that it might be bulky and difficult to use; however, on the contrary it weighs just 3.5 oz and still sturdy.

The brilliance of the product is owing to the amazing brainwork in the designing of the splint. The pivotal points of it being; open heel, lower arch and the extensive care taken in fabricating the heel area so as to avoid any possible ulcers or other possible skin allergies. The AFO – Swedish PLSdoesn’t have any neglected area as the leg part of the splint is also strong, with concentrated thickness allowing amazing stiffness as well as being padded for comfort even during persistent use.

Other unique brilliant features

• Due to the use of injection molding the splint has the benefit of thicker polyethylene which in-turns provide comfort, pain relief and amazing assistance in recovery from any foot heel injuries
• The splint is also very practical as the designer always aware of the problem of size, designed it such that the footplate can be trimmed according to the size of the user with just a pair of home use scissors
• In case of any further modifications necessary, a heat gun can be used to make the necessary alterations
• Since the AFO – Swedish PLS has a low arch and open heel, it is practical and can be used in any shoe type.