Merkus Forefoot Relief Shoe

Mode of Action

• main feature is a rigid, ascending outsole towards the front (negative
   heel)
• pressure relief and pressure distribution during the walking cycle
• benefits the healing process of wounds in the forefoot area
• the forefoot relief shoe embraces the entire heel- and tarsal area with a
   softly padded shoe upper
• heel cap, hook- and loop fasteners prevent slipping within the shoe
• hook- and loop insole for individual customisation
• improved slip protection by integrated anti-slip nubs
• shoe lining as well as fabric cover of the insole are 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