With the VACOped, many surgical treatments of Achilles Tendon Ruptures can be avoided – with the same high level outcomes as with surgical intervention but less risks and costs.
Indications
- Achilles tendon rupture
- Ankle fractures
- Ankle joint replacement
- Arthrodeses of the upper & lower ankle joint
- Calcaneus fractures
- Complex ligament injuries
- Severe sprain
“We have used the VACOPED boot regularly for the past 4 years for TA rupture management. Clinical outcomes have improved as has patient satisfaction and compliance. OPED as a company are always supportive and easy to contact for any queries and we are very happy with the service”
John Skidmore
Advanced Practitioner MSK Physiotherapist
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
“My experience with the OPED products and the company has been excellent. The VACOped boot transformed the way we treat Achilles tendon ruptures at our Trust. It has enabled us to make a business case for conservative management of all patients with this condition and eradicated the need for surgery completely”
Dawn Lockey
Specialist Physiotherapist, Limb Reconstruction Service
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust