Low Density (Shore A30)
Provides mild levels of functional control.
 
Product Features & Benefits:

• Designed for quick and effective chairside fitting, the Slimflex Simple is an excellent, cost-effective orthotic.
• Integrated first metatarsal cut-out to facilitate the Windlass Mechanism.
• Metatarsal raise and sustentaculum tali support.
• Flat base for adhering wedging.
• Deep heel cup for greater control.
• Fully heat mouldable and grindable.

 
Indications & When to use:
Due to the level of customisation that is achievable with the Slimflex Simple, the treatment options with this device are endless.
Slimflex Simple is recommended where the speed of orthotic turnaround is of prime importance and where chairside treatment is the chosen solution to biomechanical pathologies.
 
Customisation Options:

• Heat mouldable and grindable, the Slimflex Simple allows for quick modification and patient customisation. The flat base also allows for postings.
• Simple medial and lateral posts.
• Heel lift additions.
• Metatarsal raise/bar additions.
• Arch and rearfoot reinforcements.
• Shape modification.

Usage tips:
Try a Slimflex Simple LD ¾ length with a 3.5 or 5 degree rear foot wedge (MOSI) and a full length 3mm perforated grey poron to treat a STJ axis deviation in a service user with osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis.
 
Size Chart:
Size                   Size UK               Size EU               Length from Posterior heel to 1st MPJ Bisection*
Childs Small   12 - 13.5            30 - 32                   12-13.5cm
Childs Large   1 - 2.5                 33 - 35                  13-14.5cm
X-Small           3 - 4.5                 36 - 38                   14-15.5cn
Small              5 - 6.5                 39 - 40                   15-16.5cm
Medium         7 - 8.5                 41 - 42                    16-17.5cm
Large             9 - 10.5               43 - 44                    17-18.5cm
X-Large         11 - 12.5             45 - 48                    19-19.5cm
XX-Large      13 - 14.5              49 - 51                    19-21cm

*This sizing guide gives you the size that would extend anteriorly to the first metatarso phalangeal joint line. Choosing the matching length and one size smaller will give you the best fitting options.
 
Our full library of Slimflex Modification videos is available to view on our youtube channel