V-M Orthotics Ltd started out as a family run business operating in Suffolk. In 2018 we became part of the global hg DARCO Group serving as the UK distribution hub specialising in foot and ankle products.
DARCO is a global business operating across:
• the USA with DARCO International (where the business started)
• Europe (Raisting in Southern Germany),
• India (Karnataka)
• China (Shanghai) DARCO International Trading Ltd.
• and more recently the UK (V-M Orthotics Ltd in Halesworth, Suffolk).
We work in partnership with a small number of distributors:
• Algeos
• Beagle Orthopaedic
• Performance Health
• Prestige Healthcare
Currently we offer a total range of 35 devices across the following categories:
-Therapeutic ShoesHealing Shoes (Long and Short Term)
-Off-loading Shoes
-Cast Shoes & Boots
-Height Compensation Shoes
-Orthoses & Walkers Lower Leg
-Foot
-Ankle
-Positioning Devices & Off-loading Devices Positioning Splints
-Pressure Off-loading Device
-Insole Systems & AccessoriesInsole Systems
-Accessories (Toe Caps)
Some of our latest products to join our portfolio can be viewed here:
Commodus Open® – VM Orthotics
A solution for ulcerations and wounds. The open design of the Commodus Open® makes it particularly suitable for the treatment of postoperative wounds and lesions located medially at the MTP I joint, laterally at the MTP V joint and in the entire dorsal and plantar forefoot. The Commodus Open® (sold individually) is used to stabilise the foot and provides shock and pressure redistribution following surgery or when ulcerations occur.
Relief Dual® Plus – VM Orthotics
The New DARCO Relief Dual® Plus offloading shoe (sold individually) with high ankle support provides 64% higher profile than the Relief Dual® and also provides improved foot and ankle support. Its features include:
• an adjustable heel cap
• easily accommodates bulky dressings
• for treatment of postoperative forefoot conditions, plantar wounds in the forefoot area and dorsal wounds at the heel
Body Armor® Heel Reliever – VM Orthotics and which features in the accompanying article.
We have a number of exciting new devices in the pipeline for the latter part of 2022/early 2023. These include a new walker and insole system, in addition to the Gentle Step range of shoes, where we will be offering 22 full/half sizes specifically for those patients diagnosed with Diabetes, peripheral neuropathy and bony abnormalities of the foot. For further information or to join our mailing list please call us on 01986 798 120 or email info@vmorthotics.co.uk
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