Aircast SP (Short Pneumatic) Walker Brace/Walking Boot

I have plantar fasciitis that became so chronic, it was hurting nearly 24 hours a day and it was excruciating. I can’t get in to see the doctor for a month so I took matters into my own hands, read reviews and decided on this one. I ordered the short in a medium, I wear a size 10, my ankles and calves are probably a fairly typical build, I’m tall and active and the medium fits me well. As you can see from my photo, my toes are right up to the top but do not hang out. At first, I was surprised that this insole is so flat and not very padded but then I realized, how could they? The boot is meant to be worn on either foot. So I put in my own insole and it works great. I also like the fact that you can customize the fit with the air pump! Works fine for me. I’m back to walking my dog, I still am limiting myself to 1 1/2 to 2 miles a day for now but we go on dirt trails. It can be a bit clumsy over the river rocks but you just have to watch and be aware, your foot doesn’t give you much feedback for balance due to the stiff plastic so that’s to be expected. Some people have complained about the weight but I wanted something that would be durable so this works great for me. Also, the “squeaking” that some people complain about is due to the Velcro rubbing on the upper part of the boot where it is meant to hold the back and front together. Some suggested turning the plastic upside down so the toe end actually goes against your shin. It’s really not intended to fit that way. Simple answer, take off one of the pieces of Velcro on each side. The strap holds it in place! I’m too busy to be bothered by the noise. I can see where If you worked in a quiet office, it would be obnoxious every time you walked around. After only 3 days wearing this boot, I am amazed at how well my foot is doing! I’m also stretching and wearing KTtape on my arch to support my instep. I’m doing all I can to get rid of this pain and if it continues at this rate, I’m canceling my doctor’s appointment!

I really hate to admit but this is my second boot. Not that I enjoy wearing it, the first time I the Dr. recommend this boot for broken toes. Sounds funny broken toes not much you can do about that but since it was multiple breaks and there was no way in the world a shoe was going on my foot I followed the Dr. advise. So second time, broken foot, its on my foot now. Since this boot becomes your friend and buddy for about 6 weeks plus it does put up with a lot. My first boot just wore out, I wore it the first part of this injury but the cushion and support just was not the same and it became uncomfortable. I ordered a new one (exact same boot) and is like heaven on my foot compared to the old worn out one. The boot is very easy to wear, it has a fabric material that wraps over your foot and the top plastic piece goes over that. The velcro straps hold everything tight and snug and there is two air cushions that are located right by the ankle. A device is provided with the boot to inflate those while wearing the boot for added comfort and protection. While the boot is a bit heavy feeling it really does not bother me as it is there for the healing, support and protection of a injury, a cast would be heavy as well and not so much freedom as a boot. The velcro can at times make noise, my kids laugh as I can not sneak up on them, the boot gives me away every time. Once again it doesn't bother me. I do wash the bottom of the boot with a paper towel after going out as our home is a shoes off home. It cleans up every easy.

I broke my left foot, ankle, Fibula to be exact in 2 places while riding my mountain bike in June 2014. Had a cast put on due to not being able to afford a medical boot by the doctor. Wish I had sought this Aircast out back then. I've just recently graduated out of a regular cast and into the Aircast. What a breath of relief! I have more freedom now to perform normal basic hygiene on my foot and perform range of motion as well as continue using my Exogen bone stimulator without tiring. The Aircast is comfortable and provides better stability than a cast. It has a nice rubber stepping base, similar to a expensive sneaker. The inside padding under foot is extremely comfortable. The padded velcro straps cover, protect and stabilize the foot and ankle nicely. The inflator/deflator on either side work as designed. Upon first examination of Aircast the left pump was stuck below its portal and did not work. I had to carefully pull the tube up and push it into port. It appears to be working as of yesterday. As I stated I've just graduated from a cast yesterday to the Aircast boot. Over all I am pleased with product. Most pleased with price. The insurance companies could learn a thing or two where not to push paying high deductible in order to obtain proper treatment(s) or medical equipment in these cases. I couldn't afford to pay my high deductible before obtaining proper medical equipment. Thank you Amazon! And their sellers! You've made my life a little easier with the Aircast. Another two months and I hope to be cast/boot free and possibly walking again.

This boot is SO much more comfortable than the huge, black boot I had in the past that went up to my knee. That was horribly uncomfortable to walk in and put a lot of pressure on my shin while walking. But this one is lightweight but feels very sturdy. I've been wearing it for about 2 weeks during waking hours. I've not had any tripping issues and it feels secure. It's helping my foot recover from a pulled tibial tendon. What makes me nuts about this boot, and why it didn't get 5 stars, is the strip of Velcro on either side of the upper plate that rests against your ankle and lower shin. RIP RIP RIP with each step.. It was awfully annoying. I carefully peeled those 2 Velcro strips off. You can see in the photo how the upper strap holds that section against your ankle/shin has a big strap. That's where the Velcro was underneath that section. It hasn't affected the wear ability or the support at all. Now I can walk around my office without making a bunch of noise.

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No me gustaría saber que alguien necesita esto porque significa un accidente previo... YO lo use por 3 semanas despues de haberme quitado el acrilico de una fractura, EL PRODUCTO ES MUUY BUENO, si andan buscando algo así, es recomendable, no permite que se mueva el pie, su valvula de aire funciona, el medico aprobó el uso de la bota cuando la conocio de cerca, su valvula, su protección al frente los cinchos de amarre me facilitaron la recuperación. Está mas barato que los que venden en las tiendas y hospitales

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Whilst delivery was faster than expected, there is a design fault with the boot. Using a marble on the sole inside the boot, it clearly rolls downwards to the front of the walking boot illustrating that the boot tilts forward. I bought this boot as I have fractured the 4th and 5th toe of my right foot and need stability and protection from future knocks when walking. The boot cannot tilt forwards as this puts too much pressure on these toes which are in the process of healing. I realise the sole is designed for a natural gait which would have been fine, if the sole itself was flat, but under the heel inside the boot is a wedge forcing the foot to tilt forwards, thus it is rendered useless for my purposes. The only positive is that it is a comfortable width for swollen feet or a foot with bandages. Unfortunately, this was a global sale through Amazon and therefore the item is not eligible for a return. So that was a waste of money!