Darco OrthoWedge Forefoot Offloading Shoe

When recovering from surgery or a range of painful foot conditions, the Darco OrthoWedge Forefoot Offloading Shoe is the perfect tool to facilitate a more comfortable healing process. Suitable for managing forefoot trauma, post-op recovery, diabetic foot ulcers and more, this shoe can reduce pressure on the forefoot by as much as 57%! Also included is a square-toe bumper for additional protection against injury.

What's Included?

• 1 x OrthoWedge Post-Op Shoe

What Size Post-Op Shoe Should I Wear?

The Darco OrthoWedge shoe is available in a range of sizes, helping you to find the best fit for your feet. The post-surgical shoe size that's right for you should be determined by your regular shoe size. To discover which post-op shoe size is right for you, check out the table below:

Who Can Benefit From Using the Darco OrthoWedge?

The Darco OrthoWedge is designed for post-surgical use. The shoe functions to offer pressure relief to a targeted area, the forefoot, to facilitate a smoother healing process. Post-surgical and diabetic patients will find this orthotic footwear particularly useful, as it can be useful in managing and facilitating healing for:

• Forefoot trauma
• Post-surgery rehabilitation
• Diabetic foot ulcers (DFU)
• Forefoot ulcerations
• Wounds and ulcerations under the metatarsal heads and toes
• Post-operative correction of hallux valgus, hammer toes, or tailor's bunions
• Charcot foot
• Plantar pressure distribution
• Rehabilitation for broken toes or forefoot fractures
• Morton's neuroma

Which Insoles and Accessories Can I Use With the Post-Op Shoe?

The Darco OrthoWedge is supplied with a modifiable and removeable insole that provides twice the padding of a regular insole. The Darco Innovative Peg Assist Insole is also compatible for use with this shoe. The Darco Peg Assist Insole is fully adjustable, with removeable plugs that allow you to tailor pressure distribution as required.

If you find that the OrthoWedge shoe is becoming uncomfortable to walk with due to the leg-length discrepancy it creates, the Evenup Shoe Balancer is a great accessory to level-out your leg lengths for increased comfort.

Is the OrthoWedge Suitable For Outdoor Use?

The Darco OrthoWedge has an outsole designed for optimal grip on the ground where it is needed most, and should offer effective traction to support you on most terrains. While it is possible to use and wear this shoe outdoors, we would recommend avoiding using it in wet or dirty environments as much as possible. Keeping your wedge dry and clean will ensure long-term usage, and reduce the risk of degradation or damage.

Key Features and Benefits

• Single post-operative forefoot offloading shoe
• Suitable for facilitating healing and rehabilitation from a range of conditions
• Can be used to manage pain and discomfort in targeted areas
• Designed to naturally reduce the number of steps taken by the patient
• 15° wedge sole distributes body weight to midfoot and heel for effective forefoot pressure relief
• Designed to reduce forefoot pressure by as much as 57%
• Provides approximately 57% reduction is metatarsal head pressure, and 75% reduction in great toe pressure
• Ankle strap fits firmly around the foot to prevent friction and slippage
• Square-toe design functions as a bumper to protect the area from impact
• Constructed with a removeable forefoot closure option for security, as well as eliminating buckle pressure
• Zones outsole features an aggressive track to provide traction where it's needed the most
• Supplied with a removeable and modifiable insole that provides twice the padding of a standard insole
• Wedge is compatible with the Darco Innovative Peg Assist offloading insole
• Suitable for both left and right feet
• Available in a range of sizes so that you can find a comfortable fit

F-Scan

The images below demonstrate the decrease in pressure to the forefoot area that can be attained by using the Darco OrthoWedge.

UK Delivery Information & Fees

This product is normally dispatched by Royal Mail. The normal delivery expectation of this service is 1 to 3 working days.

When ordering before 2.00pm (Monday to Friday), your item will usually be dispatched the same working day.

We offer free delivery on all orders of £40.00 and over. On orders below £40.00, a £3.95 delivery charge is applied.

Please see our specific delivery information page for more information. For up to the minute delivery information, please call our customer care team on 020 7501 1102 who will be happy to help.

Our Guide to Finding the Perfect Size and Fit

Using Your Shoe Size

For most of our insoles, the easiest way to find the best size for you is to go off of your current shoe size. The majority of our insoles are available in a range of sizes and you can simply select the size that best fits your existing shoes.

Please be aware that, as with shoes, there can be slight variations in the size of insoles. For example a size 8 of one brand might not be exactly the same size and width as the size 8 of another. To help account for these discrepancies, a number of our insoles include dimensions to help you ensure you're getting the right size.

Measuring Your Current Insoles

While using your shoe size to find your best size is a good guide, it is not always foolproof. If you want to guarantee that your insole fit your shoes as closely as possible, we recommend measuring your existing insole and using this as a guide to your size.

To do this, please follow the steps outlined below:

1. Remove the existing insole from the shoes you wish to use your new insoles with (please note that not all insoles are removable)
2. Measure the insoles at their longest and widest points (see the below diagram for an idea of where this will be
3. Match the measurements to the dimensions of the insoles listed, and choose the size that best fits your results

Where Can I Find the Dimensions?

The dimensions for insoles can be found on the "Product Details" tab (please see below) and are usually found in the sizing section of the listing, in a table. Please be aware that not all products currently have the dimensions listed.

The dimensions of insoles can usually be found on the "Product Details" tab

What If There Are No Dimensions Listed?

If you do not see the dimensions listed on the Product Details tab, please fill in the form below and we will work to get the relevant information as quickly as possible. We will email you once we have the information that you have requested.

Trimming Your Insoles to Fit

To get the ultimate level of fit from your insoles, you can trim them to make a small adjustment. To trim your insoles, simply follow the steps below:

1. Remove your existing insoles from your shoes
2. Line up your existing and new insoles at the heel
3. Trace the outline of the insoles against the new pair at the toe end (see the image below for an example)
4. Carefully cut along the traced line
5. Your insoles should now fit your shoes better

Carefully trace the outline of your insole

Please note that not all insoles are suitable for trimming. Most insoles are unsuitable for return once they have been trimmed to fit; we recommend bearing this in mind prior to trimming.

If you would like a more detailed guide to trimming your insoles, please read our full guide on How to Trim Your Insoles.