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The novel Hallux valgus orthosis Bunion Aid™, which can be worn during the day while walking and under load thanks to an innovative joint design at bunion level, will immediately be supplied with a new material. Both straps that are used to fasten the dynamic splint system Bunion Aid™ to the foot are now made of a particularly heavy-duty, high-performance fabric with an antibacterial and antiseptic coating. It provides for a hygienically sound and “fresh” fabric surface even during longer periods of wear and can also be used in case of various dermatological conditions.
The active principle is based on a type of self-purification: Growth of fungi and bacteria on the bandage and skin is prevented. This effect offers the user numerous benefits.
Prevents nuisance odors and protects sensitive feet
The new antibacterial coating of the Bunion Aid™ straps forms an effective barrier against bacteria which decompose sweat. This prevents nuisance foot odors. Furthermore, the new material prevents growth of potentially harmful microbes on skin and bandage and the new, soft and aseptic fabric minimizes the risk of pressure marks on the skin. Thus Bunion Aid™ is very kind to the skin and also suitable for sensitive feet. Contrary to the Hallux valgus night splints common in the market, this orthosis can be worn in almost any situation during the day – even while walking in comfortable wide-fitting shoes – and therefore this improved coating offers a real benefit particularly for the user of Bunion Aid™ who wears it not only at night but additionally for several hours during the day.
Bunion Aid™ also for predisposed feet
A further benefit of the new coating of Bunion Aid™ is that due to the soft, aseptic surface pre-disposed areas of skin are not detrimentally affected during wear of the Bunion Aid™ bandage. Thus the indication is expanded by those patients who were previously barred from the list of indications due to various dermatological conditions. Patients with existing fungi infec-tions and various foot dermatoses no longer need to do without the benefits of a Hal-lufix® splint in order to correct their Hallux valgus and can wear Bunion Aid™ after consulting their physician.
Order information
“Bunion Aid™“ is available as one-size-fits-all and will fit both left and right feet. The splint is available in drugstores, pharmacies and at www.alphaorthotics.com.
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