United Ortho 12115 Ankle Air Walking Boot, Medium

Descripción

Product description Ankle Air Walking Boot The ankle air walking boot provides maximum stability and support following injury or post-operative procedures. Use for acute ankle sprains, soft tissue injuries, post-operative use and stable lower leg, foot and ankle fractures. Medial/lateral air bladders offer customized compression to increase comfort and reduce edema. Fixed aluminum uprights allow for the frame to be adjusted to conform better to the contour of the leg. Shock-absorbing insole reduces impact of heel strike when walking. Rocker sole helps promote a natural gait to allow Continuation of daily activities. Proper Size Correct application is vital to the proper functioning of the brace. Use foot length for a more precise fit as describe on the size chart. Consider a larger boot if you are near the maximum size and these apply: You wear a wide shoeYou will be using bandages or wearing thick socksYou have swellingYou typically like a looser fit Consider a smaller boot if you are near the minimum size and these apply: You wear a narrow shoe or have slim feetYou typically like a tighter fit Determining Fit Refer to size chart and understanding fit guide found in images and video that demonstrates proper application and fit. Proper Application of United Ortho Ankle Air Walking Boot Step 1 Open all the straps. Take the liner out of the boot. Place your foot in the liner making sure to slide your heel to the back of the liner. For proper fit, completely remove the top strap. *Additional comfort pads provided to fill gaps in the liner and provide additional padding where needed. Step 2 Close liner starting at your toes. Make sure the liner is snug around your foot and leg. Step 3 Place your foot with liner inside the boot making sure your heel is pushed all the way to the back of the boot. Attach and fasten the top strap once your foot is in the proper position. Step 4 Fasten the straps starting at the toes and working up. *Toes may extend past end of the liner. If toes extend past rigid shell, a larger size is needed. Be sure your heel is properly positioned in the back of the boot. *If numbness, tingling, or other discomfort is experienced, loosen the strap until comfortable. If any of these symptoms persist, contact your medical professional. Step 5 To inflate: Turn “inflate/deflate” know clockwise until it stops turning. Press and release blue air bulb several times until the air liner provides desired support. *Liner may expand during initial use. Additional pumps may be required to return to desired support. Step 6 To deflate: Turn “inflate/deflate” knob counterclockwise until it stops turning. *If air liner is fully deflated, it may take upwards of 50 pumps to feel the desired support. About United Ortho United Ortho has provided medical professionals and consumers with affordable, high-quality products for more than 40 years. We design, manufacture, and distribute a broad range of bracing solutions.

Características

• Use for acute ankle sprains, soft tissue injuries, post-operative use and stable lower leg, foot and ankle fractures
• Medial/lateral air bladders offer customized compression to increase comfort and reduce edema
• Fixed aluminum uprights allow for the frame to be adjusted to conform better to the contour of the leg
• Shock-absorbing insole reduces impact of heel strike when walking; rocker sole helps promote a natural gait to allow continuation of daily activities
• Medium fits men's shoe size 6.5-10, women's shoe size 7.5-11

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