New York Orthopedic Heel Protector Zero-G Boot™ 4 Inch Width, Medium, Fits Average Adult

Heel Protector Zero-G Boot™ 4 Inch Width, Medium, Fits Average Adult

The Zero-G Boot heel protector is a foam heel suspension boot made to help reduce pressure and friction at the heel. It fits average adults and works well in care settings where fragile skin, pressure sore prevention, or heel offloading are part of the treatment plan. This medium option has a 4 inch width, cushioned sides, and an easy hook and loop closure for application and removal.

Good Fit For

• Heel offloading in patient care
• Protecting fragile skin from friction and shear
• Pressure sore prevention or relief
• Average adult fit needs in a medium boot

Key Features

• Heel suspension design floats the heel over an air cavity for zero pressure and air circulation
• Super-soft velvet cloth helps protect thin, fragile skin by reducing friction and shear
• Foam cushioned sides help protect the lateral and medial malleoli
• Anti-foot-drop design helps control dorsal flexion during use
• Padded hook and loop closure supports quick application and removal
• Medium size with 4 inch width fits average adults

Applications and Usage

• Helping reduce heel pressure for patients at risk of pressure sores
• Supporting care plans for existing heel ulcers with heel suspension and air circulation
• Protecting the ankle area with cushioned side coverage
• Using a removable gel-pack beneath the ankle when additional pressure reduction is needed

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Size: 4 Inch.
• Material: Foam.
• Sized as a medium boot for average adults, with a 4 inch width
• A removable gel-pack may be used beneath the ankle when added pressure reduction is desired
• The anti-foot-drop design controls dorsal flexion, which may matter for positioning needs

FAQ

• What does the Zero-G Boot heel protector help with? This heel protector is made to help eliminate pressure and friction on the skin, which can help prevent pressure sores and provide relief for existing ones.
• How does this boot reduce pressure on the heel? The cushioned design suspends the heel over an air cavity so the heel is floated rather than pressed against a surface.
• Is this heel protector intended for fragile skin? Yes. The super-soft velvet cloth is intended to help protect thin, fragile skin from tears caused by trauma while reducing friction and shear.
• What size is this Zero-G Boot heel protector? This option is a medium boot with a 4 inch width and is intended to fit average adults.
• Does the boot include any ankle or foot positioning support? Yes. Foam cushioned sides protect the lateral and medial malleoli, and the anti-foot-drop design helps control dorsal flexion.

From Zero-G Boot by New York Orthopedic.