In the Workplace. Did You Know

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2 Viscolas is the only visco-elastic polymer expressly formulated for orthopaedic application. Reproducing the shock attenuating properties of the fatty pads on the bottom of the foot, Viscolas effectively dissipates the skeletal shock and reverberations that occur with each step, and equalizes underfoot pressures. Use of Viscolas has proven to speed post operative recovery of the foot, leg, and lower-back, reduce symptoms of heel strike injuries such as tendonitis and skin splints, and provide effective soft tissue cushioning under foot. In trial after trial, Viscolas has been proven to provide significantly better shock absorbing efficiency than any other visco-elastic polymer. Insoles made of Viscolas are the ones most prescribed by orthopaedic surgeons, therapists, and other health professionals. And, they are the insoles most chosen for personal use by the staffs of leading orthopaedic facilities. In the Workplace With every step, a shock wave is generated through the entire body column. When the ground surface is hard, much of the body s natural shock absorbing capacity is lost. The buffer between foot and ground is minimized and skeletal shock occurs, punishing the whole body column and causing pain and fatigue in the foot, legs, and back. Did You Know Recent studies* reveal that the skeletal shock produced by simple everyday walking on hard surfaces is one of the major contributing causes of the common backache among workers. Skeletal Shock, or chronic overload, is a result of repeated impact of the foot against hard surfaces. Skeletal shock can cause pain in the entire body column (foot, ankle, knee, hip and spine). It can lead to foot pain such as plantar fasciitis, metatarsalgia, painful heels, Achilles tendonitis and also a variety of joint ailments such as joint degeneration and osteoarthritis. When walking, running or jumping, a person weighs from one half to ten times his normal standing or dead weight. This added weight and varying pattern of heel strike is imposed on the bottom of the foot, which is unequipped to withstand such repeated stresses. Even standing, the foot carries more than the ordinary dead weight of the body. Because we unconsciously shift our weight, we create stress concentrations on small parts of the foot. Seldom is weight distributed evenly over the whole sole. * Clinical studies available on request.

COMPARE The Difference Here s How It Works The insole material absorbs the energy force caused by heel strike.

As you will see, insole materials are not the same in structure or performance!

By nature of their material, Viscolas insoles resist permanent compression and retain their total effectiveness for up to 12 months.

Permanent compression and loss of rebound capability begins to take place in the first few days of wear. They completely compress, or bottom out, in just a few weeks.

3 COMPARE The Difference Here s How It Works The insole material absorbs the energy force caused by heel strike. As the heel lifts off, the insole material rebounds, releasing the stored energy before it can travel through the body column. As you will see, insole materials are not the same in structure or performance! Heel Strike On Reliever Insole Heel strike is displaced laterally, spreading the energy force evenly over the insole surface providing maximum energy dissipation and storage capabilities. By nature of their material, Viscolas insoles resist permanent compression and retain their total effectiveness for up to 12 months. Viscolas is not affected by perspiration, heat or friction (sole sheer). Heel Strike On Common Foam Cushion Insole Heel strike completely compresses the foam insole. Permanent compression and loss of rebound capability begins to take place in the first few days of wear. They completely compress, or bottom out, in just a few weeks. Perspiration, heat, and friction cause the foam insoles to break down and crumble, further diminishing their effectiveness. Orthex Reliever Insoles Our top of the line designed for maximum shock damping. Solid urethane takes repeated abuse and will not bottomout. Moisture wicking fabric keeps feet drier, stands up to long wear and outperforms all competitive insoles in clinical trials. Guaranteed for one year. ALL Viscolas insoles feature a hygienic moisture absorbent, wear-resistant covering for enhanced comfort. Performer Insoles These closed-cell high-profile footbeds offer a lighter-weight alternative to solid viscoelastics. They are resilient to compression set and provide heel stabilization and extra arch support. Ultra Performer style is made with visco-elastic inserts to dampen shock in areas of greatest underfoot impact. Regular Performer is recommended for economic benefit in harsh environments where frequent insole replacement is necessary. Regular Ultra (423) Fax (423) Tel 3

Orthex Heel Spur Cushions Heel spur cushions provide maximum shock protection and pressure reduction for patients suffering from calcaneal heel spurs or other acutely painful heel conditions.

Viscolas insoles, heel cushions, and heel spur cushions all feature a hygienic moisture absorbent, wear-resistant covering for enhanced comfort.

The cushions are particularly useful in situations where the fit of shoe precludes use of full insoles, as well as in the treatment of conditions such as Achilles tendonitis.

A built-in blue dot pressure relief area helps to alleviate underfoot pain from plantar faciitis and other painful heel conditions. Excellent quality makes these a great value.

4 Orthex Heel Spur Cushions Heel spur cushions provide maximum shock protection and pressure reduction for patients suffering from calcaneal heel spurs or other acutely painful heel conditions. A removable plug allows for a cavity to be created beneath the area of greatest discomfort, while extra cushioning on the medial side of the plantar fascia provides added relief. Viscolas insoles, heel cushions, and heel spur cushions all feature a hygienic moisture absorbent, wear-resistant covering for enhanced comfort. Orthex Heel Cushions Viscolas heel cushions provide effective protection against the harmful effects of heel strike and are designed to fit any shoe. The cushions are particularly useful in situations where the fit of shoe precludes use of full insoles, as well as in the treatment of conditions such as Achilles tendonitis. Blue Dot Heel Cups Designed to cup the heel area to enhance the body s own natural shock defense system, these heel cups are made of the highest quality medical grade silicone. A built-in blue dot pressure relief area helps to alleviate underfoot pain from plantar faciitis and other painful heel conditions. Excellent quality makes these a great value. Sheeting Viscolas sheets are available in a variety of sizes and thickness. These sheets can be cut with scissors to form custom orthotic components or cut into strips for bumpers or padding. Applications for sheeting are limited only by the imagination. Can also be die-cut for glove pads, isolation units, gasket material, etc. 4 (423) Tel Ô (423) Fax Ô

Flexigrip Hand Exerciser Developed under the direction of a hand rehabilitation specialist, Flexigrip has been designed to allow your patients to perform a wide assortment of movements for

For progressive therapy, Flexigrip is available in two densities.

The only equipment you ll need is a pair of scissors to assure a perfect fit in most shoes.

5 Flexigrip Hand Exerciser Developed under the direction of a hand rehabilitation specialist, Flexigrip has been designed to allow your patients to perform a wide assortment of movements for reeducating muscles. Flexigrip isometrically builds grip, isolates thumb or finger flexion and exercises pinch motion all of which improve range of motion. For progressive therapy, Flexigrip is available in two densities. Physicians Orthotics The Viscolas Modular Orthotics System includes regular length physician s orthotics insoles, along with specialized components. All are available in a variety of sizes. The only equipment you ll need is a pair of scissors to assure a perfect fit in most shoes. This wide range of components gives you all the flexibility you ll need to formulate immediate orthotics for patients requiring moderate adjustments. The combinations for therapeutic and preventive treatment are practically unlimited. Insoles and components are selfadhesive, so the insoles stay in place in the shoe, and the components stay where you put them. After diagnosing the condition, simply select the components you need, press them onto the insole and place in the shoe. Components can be repositioned as often as you like during fitting and adjusted to meet changing needs during treatment. Every component of the Viscolas system is designed to deliver longlasting benefits. Superior compression resistance allows Viscolas to retain its total effectiveness for up to 12 months. Nonirritating Viscolas is resistant to fungal and bacterial growth and can easily be cleaned with soap and water. The natural tackiness of components can be increased with an application of alcohol or decreased with a dusting of talcum powder. (423) Fax (423) Tel 5

Black Maxx Vibration Damping Gloves These economical cotton/poly knitted gloves are coated with pods of lightweight cellular polyurethane.

The gloves absorb and dissipate some of the vibration emitted from pneumatic and impact tools helping to reduce fatigue to hands, arms and sholders.

This design gives full flexibility of hand movement while providing a layer of vibration-absorbing elastomer to enhance the body s own natural energy absorbing system.

6 Black Maxx Vibration Damping Gloves These economical cotton/poly knitted gloves are coated with pods of lightweight cellular polyurethane. The combination makes an extremely comfortable glove that uses encapsulated air to cushion and dampen vibration giving the user good dexterity, a lightweight feel, and reduced bunching. The gloves absorb and dissipate some of the vibration emitted from pneumatic and impact tools helping to reduce fatigue to hands, arms and sholders. Orthex Grip Kits Need an alternative to Anti-Vibration gloves? The protective layer of Viscolas in the Grip Kit can be applied directly to the tool providing a softer more yielding handle surface. This design gives full flexibility of hand movement while providing a layer of vibration-absorbing elastomer to enhance the body s own natural energy absorbing system. Grips Kits are applied quickly and easily to almost any tool. Each kit contains enough material to cover three tools. Grip Master Grip Kit In addition to the classic Viscolas material, this vibration-dampening tool wrap has an extra layer of super soft, non-slip Isoloss padding to help with an even greater frequency range. Application is easy too. A band-aid type closure allows application in two simple steps without use of shrink tube or additional wrap tape. One size fits all for easy ordering and stocking. 6 (423) Tel (423) Fax

7 Products and Specificatons Orthex Reliever Insole pg A 4782 B 4783 C 4784 D Shoe Size Boy/Men Women Code 2, 3, 4 4, 5, 6 A 5, 6, 7 7, 8, 9 B 8, 9, 10 10, 11, 12 C 11, 12, 13 D Performer Insoles pg 3 Ultra Performer 4760 A 4761 B 4762 C 4763 D Regular Performer pg A 4765 B 4766 C 4767 D Orthex Heel Spur Cushions pg A 4839 B 4840 C 4841 D Orthex Heel Cushions pg A 4835 B 4836 C 4837 D Blue Dot Heel Cup pg Medium (men 2-7, women 4-8) 4771 Large (men 8-13, women 9-12) Flexigrip Hand Exerciser pg Flexigrip Soft 4824 Flexigrip Firm Sheets pg Waffle Sheet 12"x5"x 1 4" 0661 Waffle Sheet 12"x5"x 3 16" 0662 Waffle Sheet 12"x5"x 1 8" 7952 Waffle Sheet 15"x13"x 3 16" 7953 Plain Sheet 15"x13"x 1 8" 7954 Plain Sheet 15"x13"x 1 4" Black Maxx Vibration Damping Gloves pg Medium 4732 Large 4733 X-Large Orthotic Components pg Metatarsal Pad, Small 4943 Metatarsal Pad, Large 4944 Longitudinal Arch, Small 4945 Longitudinal Arch, Medium 4946 Longitudinal Arch, Large 4999 Corrective Heel Wedge, SM, 1 8" 4975 Corrective Heel Wedge, LG, 1 8" 4976 Corrective Heel Wedge, SM, 1 4" 4977 Corrective Heel Wedge, LG, 1 4" 4985 Heel Lift, SM, 1 8" 4986 Heel Lift, LG, 1 8" 4997 Heel Lift, SM, 1 4" 4998 Heel Lift, LG, 1 4" Orthex Grip Kits pg 6 Kit Shrink Tube* Sheet* "x18" 12"x5"x 1 4" "x18" 12"x5"x 3 16" "x18" 12"x5"x 1 8" "x18" 12"x5"x 1 4" "x18" 12"x5"x 3 16" "x18" 12"x5"x 1 8" *6 per carton Grip Master Kit pg One size fits all (423) Fax (423) Tel 7

8 Indications Applications Neurotrophic feet Metatarsalgia Plantar fat pad atrophy Bursitis, capsulitis, periostitis Painful plantar lesions Intractable plantar keratoma Tyloma Foot and lower leg fatigue Excessive pronation Shin splints Medial ankle pain Iliotibial band syndrome Heel pain Plantar fasciitis Achilles tendonitis Equinus Arthritis of weight-bearing joints Postoperative conditions Leg length discrepancy Lateral instability Heel spur Metatarsal pad insole Metatarsal pad insole Metatarsal pad insole, longitudinal arch pad insole Metatarsal pad insole, longitudinal arch pad insole Longitudinal arch pad insole, corrective heel wedge insole Longitudinal arch pad insole, corrective heel wedge insole or heel lift insole Longitudinal arch pad insole, corrective heed wedge insole or heel spur cushion Longitudinal arch pad insole, corrective heed wedge insole Heel lift insole, longitudinal arch pad insole Heel lift insole, corrective heel wedge insole Insole Unilateral heel lift insole Corrective heel wedge insole Heel spur cushion Domestic Terms and Conditions Net 30 days upon credit approval. All other orders sent COD or require prepayment. Minimum order $25. Freight prepaid over $1000. All prices subject to change without prior notice. Must call for return authorization on all returns. Viscolas is: Made in USA; USDA Accepted; Hypoallergenic; Safe for Direct Skin Contact; Tested by Independent Clinical Labs PO Box 524, 40 Dussek St. Belleville, ON K8N 5B2 Canada (423) Tel (423) Fax Copyright 2005 Viscolas, Viscolas a Division of Impacto Protective products Inc. 11/09.

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