Summary of Contents for N-Ippin Care Bochikun Hallux Valgus Orthosis
- Page 1 Instructions for use BOCHIKUN ® Hallux Valgus Orthosis Orthosis for prevention, correction and redressment of a big toe X-position misalignment (hallux valgus)
- Page 2 Bochikun® Hallux Valgus Orthosis Please read the instructions for use carefully before using Bochi- kun®. The perfect function of this product is guaranteed only if it is correctly fitted. Intended purpose / indications • For preventive and therapeutic use for mild to severe, still correctable hallux valgus (bunion, grades 1 to 3).
- Page 3 • Postoperative use after hallux valgus surgery can shorten the period of rehabilitation and ensure that the correction achieved is at least equivalent to joint-based products. • For use in patients with increased pressure sensitivity and for alterna- tive use in the case of material incompatibility with plastics. •...
- Page 4 Instructions for applying your orthosis Place the mid-foot part under your heel. Check to ensure that the Velcro closure is resting against the outside of your foot. Place your heel into the opening with the narrower heel strap resting on top Heel of the Achilles tendon...
- Page 5 ... and first stretch the wide part far enough for a small distance (approx. 1 to 2 mm) to be visible between the big toe and the second toe. Then tighten the narrow straps to meet your own level of comfort and prevent a possible overlapping or underlying of the adjacent toe.
- Page 6 Instructions for applying your orthosis Optional: Use a waterproof marker to mark the position of all three parts. This will allow you to find your optimal po- sition again even if you should detach the mid-foot part from the forefoot part. You do not need to detach the two parts when removing the orthosis.
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Page 7: Important Instructions
Important instructions! 1. Depending on the degree of tilt of the big toe, the distance is extended for attaching the straps with the toe cap on the counterpart of the mid-foot part. In the event that you have to pull so hard that initially more than a 1 to 2 mm gap arises between the big toe and its adjacent toe in order to reach... - Page 8 Contraindications When used properly, hypersensitivity and/or allergic reactions are not known. If you are unable to move the hallux valgus angle laterally or can do so only if it is painful, we recommend that you wear the Bochikun orthosis only after consultation with your doctor.
- Page 9 Important instructions • The Bochikun® Hallux Valgus Orthosis can generally be worn barefoot directly on the skin. • Bochikun® can be worn in all commercially available footwear. It is not necessary for the forefoot area to be especially roomy, as with shoes with wide toe boxes. Howev- er, please check to be sure that your shoes are not responsible for your pain.
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Page 10: Adverse Effects
Care 30° • Close Velcro fasteners before laundering in order to preserve functionality and prevent damage. • When drying, do not expose to direct heat or sunlight. • Bochikun® was fabricated in Japan with the usual very high quality standards and was manually inspected twice within the scope of the manufacturing process and of the delivery criteria. -
Page 11: On A Personal Note
Strengthen your foot muscles and the muscles of your lower legs. Then you will be able to do more than you had originally thought possible! All the best for your N-Ippin Care products. Recommendations for use: Initially, the Bochikun®... - Page 12 Sizing B oc hi k u n ® C or rec t ive Orth os is Size of orthosis Foot size 21,5 – 23,5cm 24 – 26cm 26,5 – 28,5cm 29 - 31cm Shoe size EU 35 – 37,5 38 – 41,5 42 –...