Bauerfeind ValguLoc II Bunion Splint, One Size, Black

This splint is a lifesaver for me. During the past month I had to give up running--something that I've enjoyed during the past 20 years. But then I found this bunion splint! I can now resume my daily running routine (3 + miles). Before discovering this product, I had tried toe separators, but due to the severity of my bunion, they didn't work. When I put this splint on for the first time, I instantly felt relief; the recurring pain in my ankle, a consequence of my bunion, disappeared immediately. The splint fits nicely in my running sneakers. Its hinge feature allows mobility of the big toe. For me this is a great PLUS for those who engage in running and in other activities that involve quick foot movement. I do resort to wearing underneath the splint a silicon bunion shield and a big toe sheath so as to prevent friction between the splint and skin. For me they prevent the possibility of painful chafing. Its price tag isn't cheap, but for me it's a minor investment considering that I can now recoup my active lifestyle without having to resort to surgery.

I had a dislocated and fractured big toe, and buddy-taping just wasn't doing it for me -- it was uncomfortable, sweaty, and I didn't feel it immobilized or protected my toe well enough considering all the pain I was in. Was shocked when my orthopedist recommended fashioning a homemade splint from popsicle sticks, ace wrapping, and wearing a orthopedic shoe. Where's the modern technology people?! Needless to say I was thrilled to find this splint. Great design, great-looking, and totally comfortable to wear directly against the skin, even for 10+ hours at a time while walking around (once feeling up to it). When my orthopedist finally saw it he said, "Wow, what a great splint!" and asked where I got it. I told him I was surprised he didn't recommend something like this in the first place... The only reason this isn't 5 stars is that after wearing it inside my sock + street shoes for 3 weeks straight (including on vacation with several miles of walking) the adhesive holding the rubber to the hard plastic wore out, and the rubber would end up slightly displaced after a full day of wear. There was some sticky adhesive on my foot for a couple days until it wore off, but it was never uncomfortable. Just required a little adjustment if you don't fit it snugly in the morning, and I'm still using it nearly 5 weeks later. One other note - since only the brace on the side is stiff, it won't provide full immobilization of the toe joints even if it's configured not to move. I.e. you can still flex a tiny bit even if the brace is taught because the material that attaches the brace to the foot is soft. But it definitely provides great support once you're back on your feet, and I'd definitely recommend and buy again if I've got another toe injury in the future.

It looks good in the picture, but trust me, absolutely a worthless product. Does little to nothing to move the large toe.

Ridiculously overpriced for what it does (I paid $85.83) . It doesn't provide any real support. Painful to walk in. I had to use it along with my other splint before my toe would be properly immobilized and safe to walk on. The hard bit is only along the outside. I also wasn't able to use their tool to 'dial' in the firmness. Luckily it comes pre-set at the firmest setting. The other splint is this (same company) Bauerfeind® ValguLoc® Hallux Valgus Splint. For reference, I had a tiny fracture on the second (inner) joint of my left toe, left of the joint. Actual joint space is intact. Overall, not a bad injury at all and so was a bit disappointed that this wasn't enough on its own

Negatives: I have to admit that I was disappointed when I opened the box. Usually a healthcare product like this is in a sealed box or a sealed package within the box. It actually fell out of the box which was slightly crushed by other Amazon contents. It just seem unsanitary somehow. The product itself does not look entirely like the photo. It seems to be a cheaper version. The fabric straps are a bit on the cheap side and look scissor cut. Since I plan on sleeping with the device nightly, I hope it will be long lasting. It also seems that the instruction booklet was printed for someone who has use of a magnifying glass like in the Tim Allen movie "The Santa Clause"!!! The print is so small, I had to put on two pairs of reading glasses to read the tiny pale instructions. Positives: This device is super comfortable. It fits my foot like a glove (womans size 9), AND I can walk freely while wearing it. I have slight bunions that are becoming painful. The nerve on the top of the bunion continues to throb when I do not wear a splint. Toe spacers are fine for temporary relief, but I have had to use tiger balm to calm the nerve pain. I have used other splints, but they are not as comfortable as this one. I use it on the factory default setting. I kind of wish I could adjust the angle even more rigorous. Overall, I am pleased with this product, and I am sure I will use it often. I would purchase a second one when/if my other foot becomes problematic.

Nach Hallux valgus OP beidseits und Abheilen der Wunde sehr gut zur Stabilisierung des OP-Erfolges tagsüber ( mit Sneakern) und nachts. Gute Beweglichkeit des großen Zehs möglich.

I have slight bunion on one foot which is painful sometimes. I did not want the condition to worsen, so I tried to use this device. I am wearing it at night only, as it’s impossible to fit in the shoe. The upper Velcro fastener on the toe wore out VERY quickly, like in a month or so. It still holds, but barely. I wear it faithfully for half a year at night time but I do not see an improvement in bunion condition. To be fair, it did not get worse either.

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Funktionalität gut, für kleine Füße (Schuhgröße 36/34) lässt sich die Spannung für den Zeh nicht genug nachstellen.