Vasyli First Ray Orthotic Features
- Vasyli Dananberg 1st RayOrthotic Insole helps relieve pain, whether in the heel, knee or back
- Ideal for athletic footwear
- Heat moldable, allowing personalization of rear foot control
- Due to variations in the length of a patient's foot or toes, the plugs can be removed when the orthotic is fitted to ensure the head of the 1st MPJ coincides with the removed plug
- Designed for men's and women's boots and casual shoes
- Enhances first-ray plantarflexion, thereby reducing the force required to dorsiflex the great toe
- Custom Fit Shoe for diabetes
- Basketball and work boots
- Sorbon shock heel dot designed to dissipate force along the angle of strike
- Two removable plugs allow to customize the orthotic further to assist in maximizing the first ray function
- Can be easily heat molded with a standard heat gun and further customized using Vasyli posting pieces
- Triplanar motion control to control foot function in all 3 cardinal planes-Frontal, Transverse, Sagittal
- The high degree of metatarsal control
- Contains shock dot for heel bone
- Made primarily of ethyl vinyl acetate (EVA), a microcellular foam used extensively in the midsole of most quality sports footwear
- First ray plantarflexor improves the function of the great toe a major joint stabilizing influence in the forefoot
- Note: For Medical Professionals Only
What are the benefits of Vasyli Orthotic Insoles?
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BACK, KNEE AND HEEL PAIN
Helps relieve pain, whether in the back, heel, or knee |
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WALKING AND EVERYDAY USE
Perfect for walking and everyday use |
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ATHLETIC USE
Appropriate for athletic footwear |
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BOOTS
Designed for both men and women boots |
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CASUAL SHOES
Suitable for casual shoes for both men and women |
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CUSTOM FIT
Heat moldable property provides a custom fit |
When to use Vasyli Dananberg Orthotic?
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Metatarsalgia
- Hallux Abducto Valgus
- Tired/Aching Legs
- Patello Femoral Pain
- Lower Back Pain
- Tibial Stress Syndrome
- Stage 1-3 Hallux Limitus
- Ilio-tibial Band Syndrome
How Vasyli Dananberg Orthotic Works?

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To accommodate variations in the length of the foot and toes of a patient, plugs can be removed when fitting the orthotic, ensuring that the head of the first metatarsophalangeal joint (MPJ) coincides with the plug removed. |
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Here the patient is diagnosed with Functional Hallitus LImitus (FHL). The Vasyli Dananberg First Ray Orthotic enhances first-ray plantar flexion, thereby reducing the force required to dorsiflex the great toe. These images depict a 40% reduction in force under the great toe during end-stage propulasion. |
Vasyli Dananberg First Ray Orthotic FAQs
What to buy with First Ray Orthotic?
How to wear Vasyli Medical Orthotics?
- It may take a few days for feet to become accustomed to orthotics
- If any discomfort accurs, remove them for one or two hours, then wear them again
- Continue to do so until comfortable
- If any discomfort continue, consult physician
How to clean Vasyli Orthotics?
- Simply wipe the cover with a damp cloth
- In the unlikely event of odor build up, the custom orthotic can be wiped with an antibacterial solution
Vasyli Dananberg 1st Ray Orthotic FAQs
Q1. What makes the Vasyli Dananberg First Ray Orthotic unique?
It features removable first ray plugs that allow customized control to enhance first ray function.
Q2. Can this orthotic be customized for individual patients?
Yes, it is heat moldable and includes removable plugs and posting options for precise fitting.
Q3. For what kinds of conditions is the Vasyli Dananberg orthotic used?
It is used to treat hallux limitus, plantar fasciitis, metatarsalgia, Achilles tendonitis, knee pain, and lower back pain.
Q4. Are these insoles suitable for both everyday walking and athletic footwear?
It is suitable for both athletic footwear and everyday walking, furthermore can be used with work boots and casual shoes too.
Q5. Is there an adjustment period when wearing this orthotic?
The feet may take a few days to adjust. If discomfort occurs, remove temporarily and gradually increase wear
Vasyli Dananberg Insole Specification
| Size |
Men's Shoe Size |
Women's Shoe Size |
| X-Small |
3-1/2 to 5 |
4-1/2 to 6 |
| Small |
5-1/2 to 7 |
6-1/2 to 8 |
| Medium |
7-1/2 to 9 |
8-1/2 to 10 |
| Large |
9-1/2 to 11 |
10-1/2 to 12 |
| X-Large |
11-1/2 to 13 |
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| XX-Large |
13-1/2 to 15 |
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