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Customer Services
Prosthetic and Orthotic Products
11 Atlas Way
Atlas North
Sheffield
S4 7QQ
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0) 114 263 7900
Fax: +44 (0) 114 263 7901
Head Office
Chas A Blatchford & Sons Ltd
Lister Road
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG22 4AH
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0) 1256 316600
Fax: +44 (0) 1256 479705
E-Mail: sales@blatchford.co.uk
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Paediatric Footwear Developments |
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Following the Exolite introduction to the UK of Mendivil footwear, the brand has become established and recognised for high quality and stylish products. The 2007 Paediatric Range reflects a number of beneficial developments, encompassing new and updated styles throughout the range:
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Click the image above to download the Paediatric Footwear Brochure 2007 in pdf format |
• Our best selling Catapult Boot now incorporates a SympaTex® lining. SympaTex® is a high-tech membrane that provides a completely waterproof yet breathable lining for superior foot comfort.
• Working closely with Dr Txema Mendivil, we have developed a new range of graded lasts designed specifically to meet clinical requirements. The updated Catapult and Slickers boots and the new AFC and Sprinter Trainer boots are now available in
three fittings: narrow, standard and wide. Additionally, the AFC boot is available in standard fitting as an accommodative over splint boot.
• Split sizes and fittings, where applicable, are available from stock. This includes the new AFC over splint boot, giving complete ‘mixand match’ availability on the AFC range.
• The AFC boot is supplied with a functional footorthosis delivering exceptional value:
• Three quarter medium density EVA shell
• Medium density EVA full length top cover
• Integrated 3˚ varus rear foot postings
• Additional postings available to specify
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Mendivil Exolite AFC Boots are supplied with the practical addition of a functional foot orthosis as standard, providing a clinically effective footwear solution that offers exceptional value for money.
The AFC Boot has recently been refined and re-styled to offer even better performance and value.
The introduction of an Over Splint AFC Boot gives extra depth where required and an extended selection of colour and leather options further enhances the range. A variety of adaptions and repairs are also available at an additional cost.
The AFC Boot II is manufactured using our new range of specifically designed paediatric shoe lasts.
The foot length measurements are comparable to other leading footwear brands.
• Three width fittings available
• Low throat opening for ease of donning and doffing
• High quality materials
• Hard wearing sole unit
• Padded collar and tongue
• AFC Orthoses included as standard
• Exceptional value for money
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Click the image above to download the AFC Boot Leaflet in pdf format |
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What is CTEV?
Congenital Talipes Equino Varus is the medical term for clubfoot; a disorder at birth whereby the feet point inwards and downward to varying degrees. It is the most common bone and joint deformity found in newborns yet very little is known about the cause.
What is the Ponseti Method?
The Ponseti Method of treating CTEV was developed over 40 years ago in Iowa, U.S.A. by Professor Ignacio Ponseti. The progress of patients has been followed through to adulthood with excellent results reported.The first stage of the treatment should ideally begin within weeks of birth to achieve the best results. Initially, the foot undergoes a series of manipulations to gently rotate bones and stretch soft tissue. During the next stage the legs are cast from toe to groin every five to seven days. This is repeated for between six to ten casts until gradually the feet point outwards. Around 80-95% of children may require a tenotomy at this stage, a minor operation to lengthen the Achilles tendon.The final stage requires the patient to wear boots and a bar to maintain the correction achieved from the earlier stages. Failure to do so can result in the requirement for further casting. As a guide, the boots and bar are worn continually, day and night, for three months and then only at night and during naps until around four years of age
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Click the image above to download the A-Line Ponseti Leaflet in pdf format
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• Subsequent to the success of the Exolite A Line boot for the treatment of CTEV using the Ponseti method, we have introduced a new narrow fitting option. More detailed information, measuring charts and a guide to fitting the A Line boots are available upon request from our Customer Services Department.
Please contact your Customer Service Advisor for further information or to order from the Exolite Paediatric Footwear Range. Alternatively, email: orthoticsales@blatchford.co.uk
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