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Bledsoe Conformer Boot & Charcot Conformer Boot
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The Bledsoe Conformer Diabetic Boot features a fully enclosed thick, but breathable foam cocoon attached to a unique auto-molding innersole which embeds into a specially designed pre-molded mid-sole insert in an aluminum shelled walking boot. This unique Automold™ Dual Density foot-bed is designed to evenly distribute body weight across the entire bottom surface of the foot, and up to one inch high on all sides of the foot. The auto-molding innersole features a skinned, cleanable smooth surface that molds itself to the foot shape. The pre-molded mid-sole is specially designed to enhance perimeter and side loading better than a total contact cast. The fully enclosed cocoon completely encases the foot and lower leg to provide maximum protection. Studies show the Conformer distributes pressure to the sides of the foot thereby reducing peak pressure on the bottom by 30%, on average, compared to a total contact cast.

The Bledsoe Charcot Conformer Boot is an off-the-shelf alternative to traditional casting that provides total comfort and protection specifically for Charcot patients. This high-top version of the Conformer features a pneumatic pad added to the proximal tibia area for increased comfort during max load bearing. The winged PTB plate is added to maximize offloading of vertical force from the forefoot to the calf muscles and the patellar tendon.

Features include:

  • Aluminum boot shell and upright system that, unlike plastic boots, can be reformed to fit virtually any leg or ankle shape.
  • Can be removed for daily cleaning, dressing changes and medication.
  • A unique "Automold" triple density footbed comprised of an auto-molding innersole and a new pre-molded dual density midsole is designed to evenly distribute weight across the entire bottom surface of the foot, and up to one inch (2.5 cm) on all sides of the foot. The innersole molds itself to the foot shape while the midsole is specially designed to provide maximum perimeter loading superior to a total contact cast.
  • Versatile — use one device for the entire duration of treatment.
  • Optional air ankle/heel pad allows for ability to adjust ankle pressure for increased comfort and provides pneumatic ankle support.

Indications
This device is indicated to replace total contact casting for the treatment of ulcerative or pre-ulcerative conditions of the bottom of the foot. It is also indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe plantar fasciitis or other foot conditions that would benefit from a more even distribution of body weight on the sole of the foot.
The Charcot Conformer is generally indicated for Charcot foot conditions.

Contraindications
This device is contraindicated where severe foot deformities cause the shape of the foot not to fit within the confines of a boot shell that is up to one size larger than the proper size shown on the Ordering Information chart.




Bledsoe Conformer Boot vs. other methods Back to top

Features Bledsoe Conformer Diabetic Boot Total Contact Casting Other devices
Low peak pressure for faster healing 30% lower than a total contact cast Current "gold standard" Higher than a total contact cast
Triple density Automold footbed for quick molding Yes No No
Double-thick foam coccoon protects foot and leg Yes No No
Proper walking gait Yes No Limited
Patient compliance straps to secure device on patient Yes Cast is locked on patient No
Can be removed for daily wound care Yes No Yes
Readjustable Yes No Yes
Pressure can be shifted for or aft Yes No No
Breathable wraps to reduce skin problems Yes No No

Conformer Ordering Information Back to top
Available in 6 size ranges in both left and right. Each size range will accommodate 2 shoe sizes. The following size chart shows the available sizes.

Shoe Size Foot
Men Women Euro Max Width Conformer Charcot Conformer
Left Right Left Right
4-5.5 5-6.5 35-37 3 9/16" AL?41104 AL?41204 AL?42104 AL?42204
6-7.5 7-8.5 37-39.5 3 3/4" AL?41106 AL?41206 AL?42106 AL?42206
8-9.5 9-10.5 40-42.5 4 1/16" AL?41108 AL?41208 AL?42108 AL?42208
10-11.5 11-12.5 42.5-44.5 4 5/16" AL?41110 AL?41210 AL?42110 AL?42210
12-13.5 13-14.5 45-47 4 5/8" AL?41112 AL?41212 AL?42112 AL?42212
14-15.5 15-16.5 47.5-49.5 4 13/16" AL?41114 AL?41214 AL?42114 AL?42214
NOTE: When ordering replace the ? with one of the following: 0=ankle/heel pad   2=air ankle/heel pad

Conformer Kit System
Saves Inventory Investment and Valuable Shelf Space!
For foot and ankle specialists, a kit system is available with separate boot shells and molded inner boot kits to reduce stocking requirements. Kits are color-coded for quick visual matching of shell to inner boot components. Shell kit includes aluminum shell, arms, and forefoot straps. Molded inner boot kit includes cuff with auto-molding inner sole, mid-sole, posterior support plate, and calf straps. Separate billing of components could be required.
1. Select size.
2. Measure foot width at metatarsal heads.
3. Select molded inner boot kit the matches measurements in step 1 and 2 for the left or right foot.
NOTE: Foot width may exceed the max foot width listed for a given shoe size. If the difference is no more than 1 size (ex. Shoe Size = 11, foot width = 4"), select the molded inner boot kit that accommodates the foot width (ex. AL019x12). If the difference is more than 1 size (ex. Shoe Size = 11, foot width = 4 13/16"), please call for assistance.
4. Select the matching shell kit color.

Shoe Size Max Foot Width Color Code Molded Inner Boot Kit Shell Kit
Men Women Euro Left Right
4-5.5 5-6.5 35-37 3 9/16" RED AL?19104 AL?19204 AL019005
6-7.5 7-8.5 37-39.5 3 3/4" AL?19106 AL?19206 AL019005
8-9.5 9-10.5 40-42.5 4 1/16" YELLOW AL?19108 AL?19208 AL019007
10-11.5 11-12.5 42.5-44.5 4 5/16" AL?19110 AL?19210 AL019007
12-13.5 13-14.5 45-47 4 5/8" BLUE AL?19112 AL?19212 AL019009
14-15.5 15-16.5 47.5-49.5 4 13/16" AL?19114 AL?19214 AL019009
NOTE: When ordering replace the ? with one of the following: 0=ankle/heel pad   2=air ankle/heel pad

Conformer Accessories & Replacement Parts Back to top

Covers (Rain, Cold Weather or Night)
Replacement cuffs, straps, diabetic socks and security ties

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