Features
- Skil-Care Heel Float II reduces the possibility of foot drop
- Open-heel design eradicates heel pressure by suspending the heel in the air
- Machine washable
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- Application
Skil-Care Heel-Float II features two adaptable Velcro straps that allow the protector to be secured with one strap at the ankle and one at the instep/toe, or with both straps at the ankle. The instep/toe option should be used if the patients foot moves excessively.
– Instep/Toe
1. Place patients foot inside the Heel-Float. Make certain theat the heel is suspended over the air cavity.
2. Move the Velcro strap attached to the webbing strip toward the toes.
3. Thread the Velcro strap through the web loop near the toes and secure the closure.
4. Thread the ankle strap through the web loop near the ankle and secure closure.
5. Velcro closures should snug but not tight.
– Ankle Only
1. Place patients foot inside the Heel-Float. Make certain that the heel is suspended over the air cavity.
2. Move the Velcro strap attached to the webbing strip toward the ankle.
3. Thread both Velcro straps through the web loops on the opposite side of the Heel-Float and secure closures.
4. Velcro closure should be snug but not tight
- Important
Remove the Heel Float every 8 to 12 hours and check patients skin for ischemia or discoloration
- Easy Care
The Heel Float can be washed and dried at temperatures that do not exceed 180°F(82°C). Do not use chlorine bleach.
