Orthopaedic Walkers
November 11, 2008 by admin
Filed under Casting & Splinting
Designed to provide splinting and stability in the treatment of severe sprains, fractures of the foot and lower leg and to allow healing following surgery.
Extensive range from manufacturers such as Darco, Thusane and Aircast.
Darco FX pro Walker
The ever popular Darco FX Pro Walker, has an ultra low profile which eliminates the height difference between walker and normal shoe, without altering the gait. A vented, padded liner allows air circulation to keep the lower leg cool and comfortable.
Anatomically contoured stirrups immobilise the ankle comfortable while the shock absorbing insole has pressure mouldable characteristics which conform to the foot.
Aircast are a top performer in orthopaedic devices. manufacturers of the next generation pneumatic air walker range, including the XP Walker for full lower limb protection and the SP Walker designed for patients whose leg length, calf circumference and injury type prohibits the use of a longer splint.
Aircast SP Walker
Specifically designed to meet the needs of the diabetic, the XP Diabetic Walker incorporates a high rocker sole for maximum off loading and an innovative dual density insole to help eliminate pressure points. Includes gauge air pressure measurement.
Vulkan The Professional’s Choice
November 11, 2008 by admin
Filed under Braces & Supports
The comprehensive Vulkan range is renowned for its excellent comfort and fit. Making it the perfect choice for injury rehabilitation and prevention, providing support for the knee, ankle, wrist, elbow, shoulder and back.
Vulkan Classic Knee support
Vulkan Classic Knee support
Vulkan Classic Range
Vulkan Classic supports have been developed by two of the world's leading professors in sports and orthopaedic medicine, based on sound biomechanical principles.
The exclusive aerotherm lining in all Vulkan Classic neoprene supports has been specially designed to ensure faster elimination of sweat, allowing the skin to breathe.
Vulkan SI Silicon Innovation
For faster injury recovery.
The new revolutionary Vaulkan SI range of supports has been technically developed to provide faster recovery from injury by offering unique silicon support around the key areas of the muscles and joints.
Vulkan AE Advanced Elastic
The unique, professional multifunctional support you can trust.
The Vulkan Advanced Elastic range is the latest innovation in lightweight supports. Developed using Nano Flextra, a superior performance material with multiple functions. Comfortable and easy to wear.
Providing comfort to the muscles and tendons by retaining heat, superior uniform support and compression to the joint to control and limit swelling.
Child Back Pain on the Rise
November 8, 2008 by admin
Filed under Posture Aids
Research results announced in October 2008 by The British Chiropractic Association, reports that nearly a third (32%) of 6-7 year olds complain of back pain, and 45% of 11 year olds experience aches and pains.
Lower back pain in children has been attributed to a number of factors: Poor posture, which include sitting in front of the TV for hours on end, carrying heavy school bags, slouching over computer games and playing little sport.
Encouraging correct posture could help to treat and prevent some back pain. We recommend the use of lumbar rolls to help treat poor posture, such as the McKenzie Original Roll and McKenzie Cervical Roll.
Correct alignment of the pelvis with the spine is essential. Most children will spend the largest part of their school day sat in plastic chairs reaching forward to their desk. Many of these chair seats slope backwards, forcing the childs' spine into a similar position to that of a soft chair or sofa. Reaching forward to the desk from this angle causes the spine to bend awkwardly resulting in low back pain and discomfort around the mid thoracic region, under the shoulder blades. The use of seat wedges and air filled cushions such as the Flexi Sit help to encourage correct this by allowing a more natural placement of the pelvis and spine.
The survey questioned 1200 children and also discovered that 72% experience back pain from carrying heavy books and sports equipment for school around all day, despite 63% wearing their rucksacks correctly on both shoulders, indicating that their rucksacks are poorly designed.
Ensure children are not carrying unnecessary items in their school bags and encourage correct use at all times.
Above all, it is important that children get more exercise and do not adopt sedentary lifestyles, whether it is sports or simply playing with friends.
