Bledsoe Nite'N Day Plantar Fascia Orthosis
Specifically designed for patients who experience severe plantar fasciitis pain, the Bledsoe Nite 'N Day prevents tears in fibrous tissue that can occur after rest periods reducing pain during those first steps in the morning.
The continuous tension and fixed position reduces the pain associated with plantar fasciitis and helps stretch the Achilles tendon to provide relief and prevent future discomfort.
Features and Benefits
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Round the clock comfort: Breaks the healing-pain cycle from night to day.
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Wedge inserts: Progress dorsi-flexion from 5 degrees to 20 degrees to help stretch the Achilles tendon.
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Unique rocker design: Allows patients to closely simulate a near normal gait without abnormal loads on any joints.
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Patient Comfort: Ultra-breathable foam allows 10 times more air flow than other foam pads and prevents skin maceration.
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Strong aluminum alloy provides strength, yet allows formability to change widths.
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Low heel prevents pelvic tilt.
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Durable microcellular polyurethane tread cushions heel strikes.
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Computer-designed rocker tread allows a near normal walking gait.
Indications
For day and night use in the treatment of moderate to severe plantar fasciitis as an aid in stretching the Achilles tendon, maintaining the foot in a dorsi-flexed position, and maintaining the length and/or position of the plantar fascia.
Goals
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Increase foot function
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Delay surgery
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Decrease anti-inflammatory medications
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Decrease pain symptoms associated with plantar fasciitis
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Improve physical therapy effects
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Improve healing
Additional Information
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Round the clock comfort: Breaks the healing-pain cycle from night to day.
-
Wedge inserts: Progress dorsi-flexion from 5 to 20 degrees to help stretch the Achilles tendon.
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Unique rocker design: Allows patients to closely simulate a near normal gait without abnormal loads on any joints.
