Positioning Devices

For immobilisation of the Achilles tendon and ankle, for positioning and pressure relief in case of heel pressure ulcers and decubitus prophylaxis and therapy.

Rest has a healing power. In some cases, only immobilisation or pressure relief of the affected body parts or joints promises lasting therapeutic success. DARCO has developed a wide range of medical positioning splints and a pressure off-loading device that enable the foot and ankle to be placed securely and immobilised in a defined position. The Body Armor^® Heel Reliever Heel Protector is a new DARCO product on the market that completely frees the heel area from contact pressure, and was specially developed for supine patients.

Perfect, customised fit

Positioning devices from DARCO are characterised by their customised fit. The dorsal night splint Body Armor^® Night Splint that holds the foot at 90° to the lower leg promises high wearing comfort. This prevents an undesirable equinus position and, thus, shortening of the Achilles tendon during recovery.

The Body Armor^® Heel Reliever Heel Protector is customisable for appropriate therapy. For example, the special "Flexible-Flap-Design" allows easy adjustment for narrow or wide calves. A foam pad for the calf area that can be cut to size can also be customised for pressure redistribution and safe use in the calf and plantar foot areas.

High Wearing Comfort, Precise Pressure Relief

Immobilization with Positioning Devices and Products for Off-loading from DARCO.
Quick Overview of our Positioning Devices:

NightSplint® Splinting System

For tendon shortening, heel tendinitis, and achilles tendon injuries

Body Armor® Night Splint Splinting System

For plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, ankle contracture, etc.

DARCO Posterior Splint Splinting System

The innovative backing splint for many areas of care

Body Armor^® Heel Reliever Heel Protector

Effective pressure relief in the heel area for supine patients

Representing state-of-art technology

Close cooperation with leading specialists worldwide

Our Research & Development team focuses on the development of our products and leverages the potential of the international DARCO Group to set new standards with innovative technologies. Specialist physicians, orthopaedic shoe technicians and biomechanical institutes accompany us from the prototype to the finished product, put it through robust tests and support the development process.

Read the interview with the DARCO (Europe) Product Development team

What's more: We are always ready to listen when it comes to suggestions for new products or changes to our product range. Please do not hesitate to contact our Product Development and Quality Assurance department: research@darco-europe.com

Orthopedic devices and shoes by DARCO

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The intention of our website is to offer you an accurate picture of the scope, character and quality of our product range. DARCO products are available in the groups Therapeutic Shoes, Orthoses, Walkers and Bandages, Positioning Devices, Insole Systems, Accessories and Tapes, Bandaging Material and Consumables.

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