Komet

• Especially low Partial Foot Decompression Shoe in outdoor-design

Mode of Action

• pressure distribution and relief in the forefoot area by rigid (= stiff) rocker sole
• benefits the healing process of wounds in the forefoot area
• removable padded insole absorbs pressure peaks
• reinforced heel area and flaps in the forefoot stabilise the foot
• adjustable hook- and loop closures of the flaps for large volume dressings
• wide, cornered sole shape in the forefoot area for surgery techniques with Kirschner-wire
• highly slip proof by profiled rocker sole
• fabric top cover of the insole is antibacterially fitted based on ammonium-silane-compound; inhibiting the colonisation of certain bacterial strains (e.g. staphylococcus aureus, klebsiella pneumoniae)

Indication

• wounds in the forefoot area caused by diabetes mellitus
• peripheral artery occlusions
• other wounds in the forefoot area
• post-surgical after corrections and forefoot injuries

Contraindication

• do not use for the above indications, if a sufficient pressure relief cannot be achieved
• do not wear directly on injured, irritated or damaged skin (before application, please cover the skin with wound dressing or a sock)
• do not use for instable or fracture prone diabetic neuro-osteoarthropathic foot syndrome, DNOAP (e.g. florid charcot foot)
• use only with walking supports

Feature

Sensory loss due to diabetic polyneuropathy (PNP), i.e. occuring sensations to the feet such as pressure, temperature, pain are not perceived timeously. Regular fitting check-ups are necessary!

„Komet“ can be worn on left or right side! The padded insole is approx. 10 mm thick. The effective heel height is approx. 10 mm for all sizes.