Achilles Tendon Rupture Fracture Boot

wenn man diesen Schuh trägt, unbedingt für den gesunden Fuß einen Höhenausgleich (ca. 20 €) kaufen. Ansonsten ein super Produkt

I didn’t start at the traditional flexed position of 30 degrees as per my situation. But I will say the time that I have had it, I’ve seen tremendous strides toward rehabbing my Achilles. The fact that you’re able to simulate the movement inside the boot of walking helps wake your muscles back up, opposed to a std wedge where u just feel like like your walking on your toes. I started at a 10 degree angle after quite some time in a hard cast, and adjust the back portion for positive angle so I don’t go past the 10 degree mark. I will say, if you’re buying this because you think it’ll be more comfortable than ur regular trauma boot. I would say you’re 25% right. I don’t think there will ever be a “comfortable” trauma boot. But it’s slightly better than the traditional Air Cast style. I think advertising the sizes could be a tad better in regards to calf size. I got a medium, based on recommendation but my calf is def smaller than the boot wool allows and wouldn’t Velcro shut. Ended up stitching some extra Velcro myself and problem solved, but I think the small would’ve been ideal if I had known. Overall I think it’s a very innovative product that WILL help in your Achilles recovery. A tad pricey, but have you ever seen the price of a trauma knee brace🤢. comparatively if you have the money, or insurance to purchase this, do it. Update: 11-19-23 shoutout to the company for updating the calf sizes on their page. I read another review saying he couldn’t use a knee scooter, but I def had no problem using a knee scooter with mine. In fact I’ve let 2 other people use my boot and have had no issues after extended amount of hours of me using a knee scooter about a year and a half ago. Thanks for making a well built product!

I don’t write reviews often. I have been in this boot for a week. I ordered a medium, I am a women’s size 11. The boot is comfortable. I feel secure in it. I take a star away because the liner is too big. When I put it around my foot/leg the Velcro doesn’t match up. The toe piece is also too long. I had to makeshift a toe cover to go outside in so I don’t destroy it. I even have the toe piece of the boot extended out. They give you two liners maybe one should be smaller since your calf is smaller after surgery. I do like that they give you two so you can wash them.

Way more comfortable than the one the orthopedic surgeon had provided and supposedly does a better job of healing. I used mine for an Achilles tendon rupture (8 cm gap) non op. Was in this boot for about 8 weeks.

I am now 6 weeks post Achilles-repair surgery and have been wearing this boot since my soft cast was removed at 2 weeks post surgery. I have been approved to do 25% weight-bearing exercises in PT and the function to adjust the foot angle has been very helpful. Surgeon anticipates I will be able to transition to a shoe with heel lifts at the 10 week mark. Overall, this device has aided in m recovery. DESIGN ISSUE: The air-valve for this device sits at the top of my shin, about 5-6 inches below my knee. I have to use the mobility cart to get around for work (Knee Rover), and the air valve is positioned exactly where my leg sits on the cart cushion. This is extremely uncomfortable and leaves bruises in that area. Developers/designers need to consider moving the valve to the side of the device so that both items can comfortably be used together. COST: This device is really sturdy, but I don't believe it is $300 worth of sturdy. I would recommend a price point closer to $200 to reflect the value vs getting the cheaper options.