RE: Re: Pricing of s

February 16, 2006

I am surprised to hear some of you find the 's hard to put on. But then

I never used much nor mastered the Markells. I found THOSE to be the pita.

One time in the first week of our use I did accidently leave the rubber folded

which left a red mark on the side of his foot, but never since until a few

nights ago (2 years later) dh did but I saw it right away and we fixed it.

The tongue is too big in my opinion. I trim it down to size so it's not so

bulky to tuck in. I open the shoe all the way, tuck in the heel then apply the

center strap first, toe strap 2nd, ankle strap 3rd.

Hardening the last 3/4 inch or so of each strap also simplifies the process as

then I can just aim it in to the buckle with out fumbling with a floppy strap.

and I keep an ink dot on the correct holes for easy reference.

Anyway, good luck. Not arguing jsut hoping some of my little technique might

help ease it for you.

(nope, no new baby yet.)

s.

Re: Re: Pricing of s

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We never had the Markells, as Dr Ponseti sent us home with one of the

swedish made braces. THAT brace was the easiest in the world to put

on!!! All 3 velcro straps took less than 2 seconds to put on

's little feet, even when squirming!! lol We got the

s in January and they aren't easy to put on, per se. The

straps are long and get tangled up in his little foot, and like Kori

said, they're a PITA to get flat so there's no chance of sores, etc,

but I LOVE them!! adjusted to them very quickly, and

although the little bugger still isn't sleeping for me all night

through, he's a very happy camper and doesn't complain about the

shoes at all!

I was also shocked to actually receive a check from Blue Cross for

reimbursement without having to call and fight them!! It was even

more than I anticipated, which was a nice surprise! They even

reimbursed 80% for the impression kit!!! yippeee

We paid $264 for the shoes, $86 for the bar, $22 for the impression

kit, and $10 for shipping. Jean did say that after the first of the

year shipping cost would be increasing, but didn't tell me how much.

In addition to those costs, we paid $13.85 to overnight the kit back

to them. Well worth it, in my opinion. We have read soooo many

stories of people having troubles with the Markells and just didn't

even want to take the chance. Figured since we can afford to do it

at this time, we should. May not be able to later, but at least

while he's such a young infant we won't have to worry so much about

pain, sores, and proper fit!!

Just my two cents' worth

Stacee and , 9/24/05 rcf, P/M 20/7

> Thanks!

>

> I hate to admit this, but I sort of hope we have to get them. It

> seems like they'd be so much easier to put on, and then maybe

> could put the shoes on once and a while!

>

> >

> > Hi ,

> >

> > Here is the information that I received about the s when I

> contacted

> > them.

> > I hope this helps.

> > The shipping she quoted me is $35 to Canada if that gives you some

> idea. Of

> > course it would be less to ship within the US.

> >

> > Take care,

> >

> > Halley

> >

> > > Dear Halley-

> > > I would send the impression kit by priority mail so hopefully

> you

> > > would get it within a week. I would have to ask the postmaster

> how

> > > long it would take to get to Canada. It would take approximately

> 2

> > > weeks to get the brace to you after we receive the impression

> back

> > > from you. It would cost $372.00 plus shipping which if you sent

> me

> > > your postal code I could let you know how

> > >

> > > much that would be.

> > > Thanks,

> > > Jean

> > >

> > >Halley,

> >

> > Subsequent pairs of shoes are $264.00 without the brace/bar. We

> would also

> > need a new impression for subsequent orders. The rate of

> replacement

> > depends on the growth rate of your child. We typically allow room

> for

> > growth. I can enclose an invoice with your impression kit and you

> can

> > either include a check when you return it or you may pay with a

> credit card

> > and provide the information when you return the impression kit.

> > Please let me know if you have any additional questions before I

> send the

> > kit.

> >

> > Thank You,

> > >>

> > >

> >

> > I'm sure this has been posted before, but I was curious how much

> the

> > s cost the first time around (impression kit, shoes and

> bar).

> >

> > Aleksander has some red marks on the tops of both of his feet that

> > don't seem to go away. They are starting to get worse, and after

> > going to Gillette to see ATD and have adjustments made, we're

> thinking

> > perhaps we may try the s. Aleksander isn't complaining

> yet,

> > but I'd prefer not to get to that point if we can avoid it.

> >

> > Our insurance will cover them at 80% like they do the Markells,

> but

> > I'm curious what the difference will be. Right now, I think we

> only

> > pay around $15 for the Markells. I'm quite sure the s

> will be

> > more, but I'd like to be mentally prepared for how much more!

> >

> > Thanks.

> >

> > Aleksander, 11/24/04, bcf

> >

February 16, 2006

I initially found them a little harder than the Markells as well, which we only

had for a few weeks before the s came. They are attached to the bar

which makes it slightly frustrating especially if baby is wiggling. I uploaded

a suggestions page sent to me from one of the UK members and it is very

helpful. But the thing I love best about them is that they are light light

light and the bar does not jut out on either end. Hayden moves his feet freely

and just in the two weeks he's been in the s has figured out how to

move his legs independently while in them, he now chases after a toy when it

gets away from him (even though he gets stuck!) and uses the brace to lift his

butt out of the Bumbo seat! He is very happy in them and I inspect his feet

every day for marks, etc. Even when I have not had the straps tight enough, he

has not gotten marks or blisters - they are so soft and supple. Can't say

enough good about 'em!

Sadly, we got kind of gouged for price by our orthotist for them, but once I

see if my extended health will cover them, we may just order them direct next

time.

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