Core Products Swede-O Walking Boot Tall - Open Box

Swede-O® Tall Walking Boot helps immobilize the ankle and is ideal for severe ankle sprains, stable ankle fractures, post surgery, and post cast recovery. Studies show that bearing weight on a stable injury helps facilitate recovery, allowing the patient to return to normal activity at a faster rate. Designed with a non slip rocker bottom and low profile heel to promote natural gait. Shock absorbing, closed cell foam insole and heel cushion absorb and dissipate the impact of heel strike when walking. A wide footbed provides increased stability and accommodates for edema and bandage while a deluxe foam liner provides comfort. Swede-O Walking Boot is durable, lightweight, and includes fitting pads to accommodate extra space around the ankle, heel, or leg. Anatomically contoured uprights provide a comfortable fit. Bilateral design fits right or left foot. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5721918/ Instructions of Use: Use under the supervision of a health care professional. Step 1: Position foot and leg inside liner with heel placed firmly back against the posterior section of the liner. Insert fitting pads as needed to accommodate for extra space around the ankle, heel, or leg. Step 2: Position tongue pad over top of the foot before fitting the liner. Step 3: Close the liner snugly utilizing the adjustable closures located on the foot and leg sections of the liner. Step 4: Position heel pad at back of boot. Step 5: Position uprights over the ankle midline and remove the plastic placed over the uprights to expose the hook on the uprights. Step 6: Press the uprights against the liner to attach them to the liner. Step 7: Position the three leg straps as desired with the top strap near top of the metal uprights and firmly fasten. IMPORTANT NOTE: The top leg strap should be attached near the top of the metal uprights and must be fastened securely to avoid excess wear on the liner. Step 8: Secure the two foot straps. If you have questions about the use of this product consult your health care professional.