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WIMBA Go - Measurement Cards

Learn how to take accurate measurements for selecting the appropriate orthosis type, ensuring optimal fit and comfort for your patients.

At WIMBA Go, we’re growing to meet your needs. By collaborating with exceptional specialists who trust our orthoses as part of their treatment and rehabilitation plans, we’ve optimized our processes to develop products faster and with significantly less data.

Thanks to these advancements, we can now create a personalized orthosis using just a few measurements and two photos of your patient's limb.

WIMBA Go Orthoses are available for:

  • Wrist joint (Carpus)
 wimba carpal orthosis
  • Ankle joint (Tarsus)
 wimba tarsal orthosis

WIMBA Go Carpus Orthoses come in three types:

  • Standard
  • Mini
  • Nano

How do I know which type fits my patient?

 

Measurement

Standard

Mini

Nano

Distance from the middle of the joint to just proximal of the lateral/palpable metacarpal heads  (Y)

>5.35 cm

<5.35 cm

>3.60 cm

<3.60 cm

>2.75 cm

Minimum circumference (X)

8.5 cm 

6 cm

4.5 cm

NOTE: Distance below the joint (Y) is based on the information where the distal end of the lowest strap will land with reference to the center of the hinge + 0.6 cm for insert:

WIMBA Go Orthotics Indications

WIMBA Carpus Orthosis GO is indicated for dogs with mild to moderate carpal instability or lameness in the sagittal plane — including hyperextension, post-surgical support, preventive care in tripods and obese dogs, and cases requiring controlled range of motion during rehabilitation. Ordered using manual measurements, no scanning required.

WIMBA Tarsus Orthosis GO follows the same principles for the tarsal joint — supporting dogs with hyperextension, instability, or altered weight distribution in mild to moderate cases. As with the carpal device, it supports movement in one plane and is fitted via guided measurements.

Both devices are custom-made, modular, and water-resistant, with adjustable tokens to set full, partial, or blocked range of motion.

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

    Wimba Carpus Go playlist with measurements:


    WIMBA Go Tarsus Orthoses come in two types:

    • Standard
    • Mini


    How do I know which type fits my patient?

    Measurement

    Standard

    Mini

    Distance from the middle of the joint to just proximal of the lateral/palpable metatarsal heads  (Y)

    >5.35 cm

    <5.35 cm

    >3.60 cm

    Minimum circumference (X)

    8.5 cm 

    6 cm

       

      NOTE: Distance below the joint (Y) is based on the information where the distal end of the lowest strap will land with reference to the center of the hinge + 0.6 cm for insert:

       

      Where the distal end of the lowest strap will land with reference to the center of the hinge

      Standard:

      Mini:

      Nano:

      4.750 cm

      3.000 cm

      2.125 cm

       

      What Will Be Needed to Take Measurements?

      Everything you need for measurements can be easily purchased anywhere in the world. Please prepare the following:

      wimba measuring toolsAdditionally, have your phone ready to take photos and download the relevant measurement cards.


        Measurement Cards

        Download the appropriate measurement card for your patient’s needs:



        Photos for Validation

        To ensure proper fitting of the orthosis, attach two clear photos of the limb where the device will be fitted. The photos must be of high quality, with the limb in the center of the image. It is essential that the dog naturally places weight on the paw during the photos.

        Include photos taken:

        • From the front
        • From the side

        Refer to the examples below for proper positioning:

        carpal (1) (1)   tarsal (1) (1)

        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

         

         

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