Achilles Tendon Bursting Fracture Boot

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

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 ruptured my Achilles tendon. Initially, they put on a cast, which had the advantage of being lightweight and not so bulky that I couldn’t get my pants on and off. I’ve been pretty mobile, using both crutches, and my new favorite transport—a knee scooter. I’ve only been using the VasoPed for one day, to replace the cast I started with. The design, overall, I think is brilliant. It’s much more comfortable than the cast, and my doctor assures me that I’ll heal faster with this than with a cast. One minor gripe, and one more important one. The minor gripe is that it’s very big and heavy. So, I can’t get pants on or off (even wide-legged painters pants) without taking off the boot, which my doctor said not to do. I’ll have to get a zipper installed on my one pants leg. And, when I’m on crutches it’s putting much more strain on my muscles keeping that leg off the ground than the lighter weight cast did. The more important gripe is that the VasoPed system involves creating a vacuum inside the lining. To accomplish this they supply a built-in air valve. Here’s the dumb part. They put the air valve right near the top in the middle, lined up with my shin. That means that there’s no way to use my knee scooter without risking crushing/breaking the valve stem. Presumably, the manufacturer could have put the valve stem off to one side, instead at no additional cost. So, now, I’m forced to give up my favorite assistive device, or figure out some way to protect the valve stem so that I can use the scooter. I consider this a bad design flaw in an otherwise terrific product.

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 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.