Fabrication Enterprises VACOped Diabetic Boot, Small

VACOped Diabetic Boot, Small

The VACOped Diabetic Boot is an offloading boot intended for patients with diabetic foot concerns, including difficult heel ulcers. It may fit clinical care plans that need pressure relief, adjustable positioning, and easier wound inspection during treatment. This small size fits men's shoe sizes 2.5 through 5.5 and women's shoe sizes 4.5 through 8.

Good Fit For

• Heel ulcer offloading in diabetic foot care
• Care plans that require repeated wound inspection
• Patients with Diabetic Foot Syndrome
• Small adult shoe sizes within the stated fit range

Key Features

• Clinically proven for offloading difficult heel ulcers, supporting pressure relief where it matters most
• Built-in range of motion adjusts to 10 degrees dorsal flexion to help shift weight forward and off the heel
• Vacuum technology with bead-filled inserts molds to the foot like plaster casting for customized offloading
• Re-molds with each fitting, which can make wound inspection easier during ongoing care
• Covered toe helps protect neuropathic feet from debris entering the boot
• Removable, washable sole and liners can simplify cleaning and reuse during treatment

Applications and Usage

• Offloading pressure from difficult heel ulcers
• Adjusting foot position to shift weight away from the heel
• Supporting wound healing through pressure relief
• Protecting neuropathic feet from debris during wear
• Cleaning and refitting between treatment visits

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Material: Foam.
• Choose the small size only if the wearer's shoe size falls within the stated fit range
• If the wearer is between sizes, the recommendation is to choose the smaller size
• The boot uses a refittable vacuum cushion design, which may be useful when frequent reassessment is needed

FAQ

• What conditions is this diabetic boot intended to help with? The VACOped Diabetic Boot is intended for patients who have indications of diabetes such as Diabetic Foot Syndrome and heel ulcers, with a focus on offloading difficult heel ulcers.
• How does this boot help reduce pressure on the heel? The boot has a built-in range of motion that can adjust to 10 degrees dorsal flexion, helping shift weight forward and off the heel when needed. Its vacuum technology and bead-filled inserts also mold to the foot to support pressure relief.
• What size does the small boot fit? The small fits men's shoe sizes 2.5 through 5.5 and women's shoe sizes 4.5 through 8.
• What if the patient is between sizes? If the patient is between sizes, the general recommendation is to choose the smaller size.
• Can the boot be cleaned? Yes. Both the sole and liners are removable and washable, which can make cleaning easier.

From OPED by Fabrication Enterprises.