Carbonflex
Carbon Composite Shell with Multiple Heel Options
Carbonflex orthotic devices are manufactured using prefabricated 2mm composite shells, assembled as per the clinician’s prescription. They are a popular option as a lower cost alternative to fully custom orthoses. Simply send us a plaster cast, foam box or foot sketch and we will select the relevant shell size for your patient. They are available in either ¾ or full length in both standard and slimfit options. There are also a variety of heel types available; standard, slimfit, comfort fill or no heel. This customisation makes Carbonflex devices a popular choice for slim fitting footwear such as dress shoes and football boots.
Features
- Prefabricated shell to fit a medium arch profile
- 4° intrinsic rearfoot medial posting (based on a typical medium arched foot)
- 2mm lightweight composite shell
- Allows strength and durability, yet maintains flexibility
- Shells are adapted to each specific prescription
- No memory loss, shells never bottom out
- Heat mouldable for further customisation
- Cost effective
Options
- Available in ¾, cut to sulci and full length
- 4 heel type options (standard, slimfit, no heel, comfort fill)
- Choice of 5 top covers
- Non-standard additions can be requested with a sketch
- No additional cost for any combination of rearfoot and forefoot extrinsic posting
Recommended For
- Lower cost alternative to casted orthoses
- Most footwear including football boots
- Moderate resistance to rearfoot pronation or supination
- Ideal for sports activities
- Flex quality of the shells assists medial column function
Limitations
- Not a good option for close contact device
- Not suitable for osseous deformities
- Maximum of 8° extrinsic rearfoot posting