Facts & Figures Trauma Foot
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Facts & Figures Treatment Comparison and Study Results VACOped is as stable as a cast and can be applied directly in the OR. Through its combination of comfort and stability, the VACOped repre sents the modern standard in treatment of foot and ankle injuries. 1. Stable as a Cast In the past, a plaster cast was used for external immobilisation and stabilisation of fractures. It was only towards the end of the 20th century that orthoses began to replace the plaster cast. These orthoses became the favoured option for functional post-operative treatment. VACOped is the only orthosis which combines early functional treatment with cast-like stability, through its integration of a form fitting vacuum cushion and hard outer shell. After the phase in which this cast-like stability is critical, the VACOped can be changed into an early functional orthosis. Biomechanical Study, BASiS Institute Munich Dipl. Phys. J. Mitternacht, Dr. P Schaff . Amplitude of flexion/extension in the ankle joint while stair climbing (electronic gonimeter) Degrees ankle extension/flexion with running shoe ankle extension/flexion with a cast ankle extension/flexion

Facts & Figures Treatment Comparison and Study Results 2. VACOped vs. Conventional Treatments: Treatment Progress and Weight Bearing Comparisons. VACOped has revolutionized post-op treatment. In Germany and Switzerland, it is already considered as the „Gold standard“. The diagram below shows post-operative ankle fracture treatments currently available. Treatment with VACOped Applied in OR/emergency room Benefit of single solution: can be used immediately after operation until full recovery. Treatment with VACOped Treatment with Cast + Walker Operation 3. Comparative Benefits of Current...

Facts & Figures Treatment Comparison and Study Results 4. Economic Facts and Studies I. The Dynamic Vacuum Orthosis: Functional and Economical Benefits Franke J1, Goldhahn S2, Audigé L2, Kohler H1, Wentzensen A1 Introduction: The rehabilitation of ankle fractures substantially affects the functional outcome as well as patient satisfaction and the total costs of treatment. The purpose of this study was to investigate whether functional rehabilitation of surgically treated ankle fractures in a dynamic vacuum orthosis, which permits early full weight-bearing and continuous limited movement,...

Facts & Figures Treatment Comparison and Study Results 4. Economic Facts and Studies II. Shortened Rehabilitation of Ankle Fractures Using a Vaccum Orthosis A Randomized Controlled Trial Honigmann P1, Goldhahn S2, Rosenkranz J2, Audigé L1, Geissmann D3, Babst R1 Introduction: This study compared an early weight bearing orthosis (VACOped) with a partial weight bearing functional treatment. Functional results, walking confidence, patient comfort and return to work rates were investigated. Hospitalisation duration, range of motion ability, swelling and haematoma rates were also compared....