Podiatry Service - Exclusive - Uvex Customised Footwear

Uvex Medicare

Scientific studies consistently show that well over half of the population suffer from some form of orthopedic condition, which result in back, knee, ankle and foot pain. Every year 2 million sick days are lost due to lower limb disorders causing significant discomfort to the individual and great expense to industry.

It is therefore a problem worth addressing, but it has not always been an easy one for businesses to get to grips with. After all, with back pain, where do you start? Well, according to safety products specialists uvex, the feet would be a great place.

Objectives

The strategic aim of the uvex medicare system is to provide our customers with individually customised orthopedic solutions in conjunction with our range of safety footwear. The medicare range is designed to address many foot related medical conditions at a price business can afford.

The Benefits

• On site assessment by a qualified podiatrist
• Minimise potential lost productivity
• EN ISO 20345 compliant prescription orthoses
• Orthoses designed and manufactured specifically for uvex safety shoes
• Orthotic fit and shoe quality guaranteed
• Clinically proven to be as effective as custom orthopeadic shoes
• Increased comfort for the user

How it works

What you need to do to get this service:

• A qualified podiatrist will visit your site for an individual consultation with your employee
• A cast will be taken of the individuals foot and sent to our specialised laboratory, where insoles will be manufactured
• The completed footwear with customised insole will be returned to your safety officer

For more information on uvex medicare, visit www.arco.co.uk/medicare

*Conditions apply