OPED VACOcast - Sole Adjustment and Calf Fit; Fitting and Changing the Sole; Adjusting Calf Circumference; Patient Information and Product Details

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VACOcast
Fitting and changing the sole
Removing the sole
Push both unlocking buttons simultaneously (Figure 13).
Fitting the sole
Position the VACOcast straight and centred on the sole before pushing it against the sole
(you will hear two clicks) (Figure 14).
Adjusting the sole length
Remove the sole (see Fitting the sole) and push the unlocking button. Pull the toe section to
the desired length (Figure 15).
Adjusting the calf circumference
Push the buckle out of the lower shell (Figure 16). Push the buckle to the desired position.
Position A = large calf circumference, Position B = small calf circumference (Figure 17). Push
the buckle into the required hole (Figure 18).
Repeat the process on the opposite side.
Patient information
Pressure points / problem-solving
Remove the orthosis from your foot. Pull the valve ring to allow air to ow into the cushion.
Spread the cushion lling evenly at the pressure point. Re-t the orthosis (see How to
use). Using a nger, check that there are enough small spheres in the cushion between the
pressure point and the outer lower shell.
Showering / washing
You can shower / enter water with the product if your doctor has given you permission to do
so.
Sleeping
Before you go to sleep, place a towel, such as a hand towel, underneath the device so that
the bed sheets are not damaged.
Product characteristics
Sizes
The product can be worn on the left or right.
Recommendation: At the size interfaces between the Small/Medium and Medium/Large
versions, supply the smaller VACOcast size if possible.
Small Medium Large
EUR 35 – 40 40 – 45 45 – 50
UK 2 ½ – 6 ½ 6 ½ – 10 ½ 10 ½ – 14
US (M) 3 ½ – 7 ½ 7 ½ – 11 ½ 11 ½ – 15
US (F) 4 ½ – 8 ½ 8 ½ – 12 ½ 12 ½ – 16
Indications
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Fractures of the foot and ankle
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Metatarsal fractures
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Calcaneal fractures
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Severe ligament injuries
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Prosthesis
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Arthrodeses
Contraindications
None known
Cleaning and maintenance
Cleaning instructions for patients:
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Lower shell: Dishwasher at 60 °C
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Strap: Washing machine at 40° C
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Terry liners: Washing machine at 60 °C
Remove the vacuum cushion from the Terry liner before washing it. Close the zip and
Velcro fasteners again for washing.
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Vacuum cushion: Surface disinfection
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