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The Bariatric APU® Orthosis offers an adjustable posterior upright design that provides a more precise and simplified method of setting the ankle/foot complex in the saggital plane.
• Clinically proven for effective ambulation
• Infinite sagittal plane adjustability
• Also available for inclusion in custom-made thermoplastic AFO and KAFO systems
• Compatible with all liner variations offered, if applicable
• Facilitates functional knee and ankle joint position through flexibility of aluminum posterior upright
• Allows for optimal dorsi/plantar flexion ankle positioning to provide adequate clearance during swing phase and knee stability in stance phase
• Early intervention for the evolving rehab patient
• Can be used with CVA, TBI, SCI, CP, and diabetic neuropathy
• Promotes safe and stable ambulation
• Offloads vulnerable soft tissue
• Maintains foot and ankle position to offset joint contracture
• Used as an interim AFO for gait tuning, stabilization, and sensory feedback
Bariatric APU® Articulating Ankle/Foot Orthosis is indicated for use on recumbent and ambulatory bariatric patients for setting the ankle/foot complex in the sagittal plane +/-30°.
Contraindicated for use on unstable fractures of the foot and ankle or severe equino-varus or fixed contractures of the foot/ankle.
Not recommended for prolonged community ambulation.
| Accommodates bariatric patient | ● |
| Adjustable straps/fasteners | ● |
| Allows for ambulation/transfer | |
| Antimicrobial/antibacterial | |
| Cleanable w/ disinfectant | ● |
| Combination product | |
| Floats heel | |
| Fluid-wicking | |
| Foam | |
| Knitted fabric | |
| Lined | ● |
| Moisture vapor permeable | |
| Replacement covers | ● |
| Self-adhering | |
| Variety of sizes/lengths | |
| Velcro® closure | |
| Washable |
| Educational Material Available | ● |
| Free Samples/Trials Available | ● |
| Published Clinical Article Available | ● |
Acute Wounds
Burns
Chronic Wounds
Deep Wounds
Diabetic Foot
Pressure Ulcers
Follow written wear and care and fitting instructions included with device in accordance with prescribing physician's orders.
Recommend wearing schedule:
• As requested by ordering physician
• In general to tolerance (determined by patient's ability to wear without causing pressure, swelling, or irritation)
• With patients who have compromised sensation, are at risk for skin breakdown, or have disruption of soft tissue surface - check skin after 1 hour of wear - if no concerns, increase wearing time by 2 hour increments but do not exceed 6 hours of wear without removal for 30 minutes to 1 hour, then reapply
• Remove for bathing or cleaning
Industry standard co-polymer plastic, T11 aluminum, polyester Kodel® lining, and Velcro®. No PVC plastic (KYDEX®) or latex-based materials used.
One year (90 days soft goods)
Latex-friendly
Non-allergenic
Non-cytotoxic
Non-irritating
Foot length: 9(1/4)"-13(1/4)"
Calf height: 12(3/4)"-13(3/4)"
Calf circumference: 26"
Calf width: 8"
Foot plate width: 4(3/4)"
Weight limit: 300lb+
Standard heavy duty (3/16)" aluminum APU® heel suspension bar.
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