WIMBA Go - Medical Indications

Introduction

This document is a comprehensive guide to help veterinary professionals understand the clinical indications for each WIMBA orthotic product — and the risks associated with ordering devices outside of these guidelines. Each orthosis is designed for specific anatomical and functional conditions. Ordering and applying devices outside of these indications may compromise both the effectiveness of the product and the safety of the patient.

WIMBA will not take responsibility for the device not working/not supporting the limb in conditions outside of indications.

Severity of Instability

The level of limb instability or lameness helps guide your decision. Below are three visual examples of increasing severity in limb function. These illustrations will help you understand when to consider WIMBA Orthotics Go or WIMBA Orthotics Pro.

To Consider before Deciding on WIMBA Orthotics Go

Consider	Why
Multiple mobility conditions at the same time	Any complicated cases should be carefully thought through, submitting your case is highly advised
Long time usage steroids	Possibility of progression of laxity
Problems with mobility due to issues with contralateral limb	Consider bilateral orthoses
Weight that is not strictly indicated	Combined with very high activity = probability of device failure
Tripods	Is the overload on resembling limbs mild and can be addressed with Go solution or moderate: please see WIMBA Pro solutions
Obese dogs	Is the overload on limbs mild and can be addressed with Go solution or moderate: please see WIMBA Pro solutions
Cats	Behavioral issues are more common with cats
Skin issues: Decubitus Ulcers, Contact Dermatitis (Allergic or Irritant), Infections (Bacterial or Fungal), Pododermatitis, Skin Necrosis, or other.	Higher probability of abrasions
Dew claw present	Higher probability of abrasions and behavioral problems due to discomfort

WIMBA Carpus Orthosis Go

Available Type: Standard, Mini, Nano

Preventive care of the carpal joint in the sagittal plane.

Designed for	Yes	No
Patient	All patients with mild instabilities; overweight dogs; tripods; older dogs Up to 40 kg and the distance from the middle of the joint to just proximal of the lateral/palpable metacarpal heads needs to be over 2.75 cm	Dogs over 50 kg
Functional issues of a particular limb	Mild carpal laxity in sagittal plane due to weight shift, compensatory overload	Orthopedic conditions in the metacarpal or paw region, carpal Instability in a plane other than the sagittal plane
Functional goals	As a therapeutic element stabilizing the carpal during activity (e.g., exercises, controlled walks, hydrotherapy).	Agility exercises, sprinting, repetitive jumping, acutely post operative or strict immobilisation

WIMBA Tarsus Orthosis Go

Available Type: Standard, Mini

Preventive care of the tarsal joint in the sagittal plane.

Designed for	Yes	No
Patient	All patients with mild instabilities; overweight dogs; tripods; older dogs Up to 40 kg and the distance from the middle of the joint to just proximal of the lateral/palpable metatarsal heads needs to be over 3.60 cm	Dogs over 50 kg
Functional issues of a particular limb	Mild tarsal laxity in sagittal plane due to weight shift, compensatory overload	Orthopedic conditions in the metatarsal or foot region, tarsal instability in a plane other than the sagittal plane
Functional goals	As a therapeutic element stabilizing the tarsal during activity (e.g., exercises, controlled walks, hydrotherapy).	Agility exercises, sprinting, repetitive jumping, acutely post op or strict immobilisation

WIMBA Go - Medical Indications

Discover the medical indications for WIMBA Go devices, including WIMBA Carpus Orthosis Go and WIMBA Tarsus Orthosis Go. Learn which patients can benefit and explore practical examples for better understanding.