plug+switch – pressure relief with personalised correction
Replaceable plugs
With the newly developed plug+switch range, the range of uses for correcting misalignments using RUCK Pressure Protection’s classic smartgel products is now even more versatile. plug+switch describes the unique product innovation in which inserts (plugs) made of medical-grade foam with varying degrees of firmness can be replaced (switch) within a ‘smartgel casing’. Whilst the smartgel product in its basic form, without a plug, already delivers noticeable relief and convenient protection against friction, the innovative plug adds an individually adjustable corrective effect for malalignments. Thanks to the small, stretchy recess in the smartgel casing, the various plugs can be inserted entirely and ‘switched’ as required.
The system always includes one hard and one soft plug:
Hardness level “strong” > The turquoise plug with “strong” hardness delivers maximum corrective treatment for malalignments
Hardness level “soft” > The grey plug with “soft” hardness delivers a lightweight corrective treatment for malalignments
The smartgel products are made of thermoplastic polymer gel. Their heat-sensitive malleability is ideal for adapting to all contours. The polymer gel, developed 100% specifically for medical use, is hypoallergenic, dermatologically tested, antifungal and suitable for diabetics. Thanks to the continuous release of medicinal mineral oils (aloe vera) and natural additives
such as shea butter, the skin is moisturised and becomes soft and silky again, making it especially suitable for dry to extremely dry skin. smartgel is constructed for continuous use and is hand-washable. Environmentally friendly blister packs are available for sale and display stocking, to protect against contamination. For practice use, there is a high-quality, resealable and refillable practice box, as well as cabinet stock at a discounted price.
Protection and care – all the benefits at a glance
- Highly shock-absorbing 3D pressure distribution
- Suitable protection for irritated bony prominences thanks to the smartgel shock absorber
- The skin is moisturised and maintained through the sustained release of medicinal mineral oils (aloe vera) and vitamins with shea butter (smartgel aloe vera +)
- Especially suitable for extremely dry and brittle skin
- High moisture absorption, highly breathable
- Hypoallergenic, highly well-tolerated skin
- Dermatologically tested
- Suitable for people with diabetes
- Hand washable and so that it is reusable
- Medical device
The malalignments
Deformity of the big toe – Hallux Valgus
Hallux valgus (Latin: valgus = ‘crooked’, ‘skewed’) is a pathological outward deviation of the large toe at the metatarsophalangeal joint. The tendons to the toes no longer run centrally over the joint, but further to the side, pulling the toes into a crooked position. As a splayfoot is usually in place at the same time, the ball of the big toe often protrudes significantly at the inner edge of the foot and painful inflammation frequently develops, caused by pressure from the shoe upper. In addition, pressure from the big toe on the smaller toes often leads to hammer and claw toe malalignments in the neighbouring toes. Hallux valgus can be corrected up to a tilt of approx. 30° thanks to the RUCK Pressure protection.
Overlapping toes
In most cases, overlapping toes are a secondary symptom of hallux valgus. The large toe frequently pushes over or under the other toes, crowding them to such an extent that sometimes the third toe pushes over the fourth and vice versa.The most common cause is shoes that are too tight, which inevitably causes the toes to squeeze closer and closer together and, at some point, even overlap. Other causes can include: genetic predisposition, weakened connective tissue, obesity, rheumatic conditions or prolonged standing.
Pressure relief with personalised corrective treatment
The interchangeable plugs, made from medical-grade foam in varying degrees of firmness, deliver a personalised corrective treatment, tailored entirely to your needs. Thanks to the small, stretchy recess in the smartgel casing, the different plugs can be easily inserted and ‘switched’ as required.
Larissa Beck
RUCK Kundenberatung
+49 (0)7082 944 22 33
contact@hellmut-ruck.uk
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