Bauerfeind MalleoLoc

INDICATIONS

• Ligament insufficiency
• Ligament rupture
• Instability
• Instability of the upper and/or lower ankle joint
• Ankle ligament tear
• After UCL suture repair/reconstruction
• Prevention of sprains
• Irritation after sprains
• Prophylaxis against relapses
• Rehabilitation
• Supination prophylaxis
• Ankle sprain
• Injury of the lateral malleolar ligaments
• Injury of the bifurcate ligament
• Early functional/non-surgical treatment
• Injury to the capsular ligament

FEATURES

• Anatomically contoured shell and Velcro® strap system stabilizes the upper ankle joint and counter-acts supination
• Low-profile design makes it easy to wear, even with shoes
• Anti-fatigue cushion for excellent wearing comfort
• Plantar guide stimulates the dorsiflexor muscles, supports the stabilizing effect, and protects against supination
• Right and left specific for optimum fit promotes all-day wearing comfort
• Viscoelastic insert supports lateral and medial stabilization,controls edema and reduces pain
• Reduced pressure at the edges for added comfort
• Fits nicely in the shoe; ideal for active lifestyle and athletic use
• Medical grade compression promotes increased proprioception and joint stabilization

DESCRIPTION

MalleoLoc is an anatomically self-shaping stabilizing orthosis that can be used in the immediate care and treatment of ankle injuries. After serious twisting injuries, torn ligaments and capsular ligament strains, it stabilizes the ankle and protects it from lateral twisting. The normal heel-to-toe movement of the foot is still possible and the support can be worn therapeutically without a shoe.

STABILITY OF THE ANKLE-BONE

The MalleoLoc stabilizing orthosis is anatomically contoured to conform to the outside edge of the foot and includes a strap system. It fits snugly on the foot and passes forwards along the side of the joint and then underneath the sole, leaving the heel free. It thus counteracts both talar shift and lateral twisting of the foot. The musculature of the ankle is actively stabilized. As well as acute care, this orthosis can be thermoplastically shaped to the individual anatomy of the foot and used for stabilization in chronic cases of ligament weakness.

STIMULATING EFFECT ON THE TIBIALIS ANTERIOR MUSCLE

Under the sole on the outer edge of the foot there is a tongue-shaped protrusion, which stimulates the musculature, and in particular the tibialis anterior, thus reinforcing the stabilizing and mobilizing effects of the orthosis. This firstly provides effective protection against further injuries, and secondly means that the MalleoLoc can also be successfully used as part of the early functional treatment of capsular ligament strain and outer malleolus ligament injuries.

COMFORTABLE IN EVERYDAY LIFE

MalleoLoc fits snugly on the foot and can be worn without difficulty in almost any sturdy shoe. It retains its therapeutic effectiveness even without a shoe and protects against lateral twisting movements. The clip mechanism of the Velcro® Brand Fastening System system reinforces the tensile force and makes it easier to put on. The special low-fatigue cushioning increases wearing comfort.

DELIVERY INFORMATION

• Orders of £30 or more qualify for free delivery. For orders under £30, a £3.95 delivery charge will apply.
• We only accept orders with a UK delivery address.
• The product price you see on our website includes VAT.
• All deliveries are by courier service and should arrive within 3 – 5 working days.  Leave safe and delivery to a neighbour have been disabled on our DPD account due to security reasons.
• DPD will deliver but will not ask for a signature, they usually take a photo of the parcel in the open doorway of the delivery address.  If you are not at home you can chose what happens to your parcel via the "in flight" options via the DPD app or tracking page.

RETURNS & REFUND INFORMATION

• You can return any product up to 14 days following receipt of the item. (please note that the return must be returned to us within 14 days from delivery).
• The product must be unused, in its original packaging and in a saleable condition.
• You will be responsible for the shipping cost of returning the product.
• We will only refund the shipping cost, should we have picked the wrong product in error, or it is proven to be faulty.
• Before returning an item, please contact us by email orders@brace-yourself.co.uk or by phone 0800 3688964.  We will give you a returns number, together with details on how and where to return your item.  Please note, we cannot process a return without an authorised returns number.
• Returns will be processed and refunded within 15 working days from receipt of the item into our returns department and on the basis that it complies fully with our terms and conditions.
• Refunds will be paid to your purchasing card.
• If you are looking to exchange an item based on a sizing issue, please make the customer service team aware when you contact them for a returns number.
• When returning a product, please be aware that this is at your risk until received by us.  We therefore strongly recommend you return the item using a tracked service with insurance cover, in case of damage or loss.
• We reserve the right to refuse a returned item if we deem it to be in an unsuitable condition. 
• Hygiene notice:
  For health and hygiene reasons, we cannot accept returns of pillows that have been opened or used, unless they are faulty.