Skil-Care Heel Off-Loading Heel Float Plus

Skil-Care Heel Off-Loading Heel Float Plus Features

• Provides maximum air circulation for healing existing sores
• Cutouts that eliminate pressure on lateral and medial malleoli
• Foot band that secures below bunions
• Water-based gel insert lowers pressure beneath the ankle
• Straps adjust for multiple positions
• Covered with a soft launderable Cozy Cloth fabric
• Extended foot support keeps blanket and sheet off toes
• Straps adjustable for multiple locations
• Opening in boot for photograph only

What to buy with Skil-Care Heel Off-Loading Boot

• Silipos WonderZorb WonderSpur Soft Silicone Heel Cup
• Steady Step Sol Step Gel Heel Pad
• HeelZup Original Cushion

Application of Offloading Heels Boot

• Place foot inside boot. The heel should be suspended over the air cavity and the malleoli should be aligned with the cutouts on the left and right sides.
• Secure the Velcro straps across the ankle and foot.
• Make certain that the foot strap is positioned below the bunion.
• Important - Remove the Heel-Float Plus every 8 to 12 hours and check patients' foot for ischemia or discoloration.

Gel Pack

• The water-based gel pack may be used for hot/cold therapy.
• For heat therapy, warm the gel pack in water. Do not microwave.
• For cold therapy, cool the gel pack in a refrigerator. Do not freeze.
• The gel pack is easily removed by opening the flap as the back of the Heel-Float Plus.

Easy care of Skil-Care Float-Plus

• The Heel-Float Plus may be washed and dried at temperatures that do exceed 180⁰F (82⁰C).
• Remove gel pack and rigid foot insert before laundering