Achimed
Intended purpose
Achimed is an Achilles tendon support.
The product is exclusively to be used for
the orthotic fitting of the Achilles
tendon and only on unbroken skin or if
any wounds have been properly
covered.
Areas of Use
• Acute inflammations and irritations
of the Achilles tendon
• Chronic pain in the Achilles tendon
due to attrition
• Irritations after injuries and
operations in connection with
swellings and effusions
• Inflammation of the synovial bursae
in the area of the Achilles tendon
Side-Effects / Contraindications
No side-effect is known which
influences the whole body. However, if
supports (or similar aids) are too tight,
local pressure effects or constriction of
blood vessels or nerves may occur in
individuals. For this reason, under the
following conditions and before
applying the support, you should
discuss this with your doctor:
• Diseases or injuries of the skin in the
area of use, especially with
inflammatory symptoms (excessive
warming, swelling or reddening).
• Sensitivity and perfusion disorders of
the legs or feet (e.g. in the case of
diabetes).
• Lymph outflow disorders, as well as
unclear swellings of soft tissues,
apart from the area of use.
Any combination with other products
(e.g. compression stockings) must be
discussed in advance with the
responsible doctor.
Mode of Action / Comment on Wear
Achimed causes a massage effect,
which supports perfusion, by
interacting with compressive knitted
fabric and the two integrated silicon
inlays. This effect furthers the decline
in swellings and bruises. Irritation and
pain are relieved. Simultaneously the
muscular control and the inherent
stabilisation of the ankle joint improve.
Supports cause the greatest effect
during physical exercise. In principal,
the support can be worn all day.
However, this depends on how
comfortable the support is to wear. The
support should be taken off for longer
breaks (e.g. sitting for a long time or a
long car drive, sleeping).
If you suffer excessive pain or
discomfort during wear, please take off
the product immediately and contact
your doctor or specialized shop.
The support is suitable for use in water.
After use, please rinse out the product
thoroughly.
Putting on / Taking off
Please take care that trained staff
instruct you when putting on the
support for the first time.
• Wrap over the upper part of the
support till the outside edge of the
silicon inlay (figure 1).
• Take hold off the support in the
middle of the silicone inlays and pull it
over the foot till the heel part fits
tightly.
• Turn back the upper part of the
support and correct the fit if
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