Darco OrthoWedge Instructions For Use

Manufactured for:
DARCO® International, Inc.
810 Memorial Blvd.
Huntington, WV 25701, USA
Phone 304.522.4883
www.darcointernational.com
DARCO® (Europe) GmbH
Gewerbegebiet 18
82399 Raisting, Germany
Telefon +49 8807 9228 0
www.darco.de
Made in China HOS-IFU-21_Rev0321
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Healing/Off-loading Shoe
Instructions For Use
OrthoWedge™
EN
Indications
> P ostsurgical healing
> Wounds or ulcerations
> Any situation that requires a pressure off-load of the forefoot (OrthoWedge™) or rearfoot
(HeelWedge™)
> Forefoot trauma (OrthoWedge™) or rearfoot trauma (HeelWedge™)
Contraindications
> Open fractures
Cleaning Instructions/Maintenance
> When the shoe is slightly dirty, clean it with a damp cloth or a soft brush.
> Allow the shoe to air dry only.
Instructions for use
The DARCO® healing/off-loading shoe promotes faster healing when wounds or ulcerations are
present. The shoe fits right and left equally.
1. Open the shoe by means of the closures.
2. Please ensure that the foot is properly positioned in the shoe.
3. Secure the foot in the shoe with the closures.
Caution
Please always follow these instructions for use. In case of pain or swelling, discontinue use and
consult your medical provider immediately. This device is designed to assist recovery and should
be used exclusively under the instruction of and in consultation with a healthcare professional.
DARCO® International Inc. does not assume any responsibility for misuse of the product. It is
advisable to wear dressings with the shoe. Do not drive a vehicle while you are wearing this
device. Use extreme caution when walking on all surfaces when using this device. Walk more
slowly than normal. This shoe is vulnerable to breakdown when excessive weight is applied and
is not designed to be worn in pairs. This device is for single-patient use only.
To the patient/user: This device has been designed and manufactured by DARCO® International,
HeelWedge™