The DARCO Body Armor® Embrace is an ankle joint orthosis which is applied during the acute phase of injury as well as during the process of rehabilitation.
Indications for use:
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Distorsion trauma of the upper ankle joint.
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Conservative ankle rehabilitation.
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Insufficiencies of the upper ankle joint and capsule-ligament complex.
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Postoperative protection after ligament suturing.
Purpose:
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Prevents supination and pronation of the ankle.
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Prevents prolapse of the talus.
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Protects the anterior talofibular ligament.
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Compresses the mortise.
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Prevention of chronic instability.
Product Features and Benefits:
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For the post-traumatic and preventive care of the capsular ligaments of the ankle.
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Parallel joints of the brace allow an easy and aligned dorsal extension and plantar flexion of the upper ankle.
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Strong polypropylene-shell prevents inversion and eversion movement.
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Strap from distal/lateral to dorsal/proximal prevents the shift of the talus and protects the ligamentum fibulotalare anterius.
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Distal strap provides circular compression of the Malleoli.
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Proximal strap provides additional compression. (Both straps can be cut individually to the correct length needed).
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Perfect stability along with controlled mobility.
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Lower part of the insole (soft-pad) is mainly intended for padding the injured ankle and may be cut off at the marked segments after the ankle has healed.
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Two hook and loop fasteners warrant a smooth and easy but firm position of the foot.
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The talus shift strap helps to prevent talar shift.
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3 Sizes: S (35 – 39), M (40 – 44), L (45 – 49).
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Individually sized.