Recreational skier Glenn Johnson suffered from a segmental tibial fracture in the 1970's, and wore a cast for months. His leg was still on the verge of a nonunion. While doctors contemplated a bone graft, Johnson jeri-rigged a hard plastic piece that he lined with aircells and strapped on his leg. As he walked around wearing it, the aircells pulsated against the swelling and the pressure of the "air cast" helped heal his leg.
Johnson lacked a medical background, but he impressed enough experts that years later, a landmark study confirmed the effectiveness of a pressurized splint. Thus "Aircast" was born. The use of aircells in orthopedic braces became the signature of this unique product line. Three decades and dozens of aircast inventions later, Aircast was bought by global giant Donjoy (in 2006). Stay tuned for more great aircast inventions!
The Aircast XP Walker, the next generation of the pneumatic walking brace, has more features to increase comfort and patient protection. Each XP walker has a low rocker bottom sole for ease of ambulation, a wider foot base ensuring plenty of room for dressings without sacrificing comfort, and relocated valves for easy inflation of the air bladder system. It has a durable semi-rigid shell that helps support the limb while providing full-shell contact protection. Lining the shell are four overlapping air cells for total comfort and support. The air bladder system provides intermittent pneumatic compression for efficiently reducing edema and promoting callus formation for healing fractures. Patients can custom-inflate the boot using the hand bulb (included) for a "total contact" fit. This adjustability gives the Aircast XP walker the ability to accommodate to changes in limb dimension throughout the healing process while maintaining stability and immobilization. The XP Walker includes two socks and a hand bulb to adjust air cell pressure.
Aircast XP Walker Features:
Four air bladders for adjustable support and a premium fit.
A low rocker sole for enhanced comfort and natural ambulation.
A wider foot base offers ample room for dressings.
Overlapping air cells provide superior edema reduction.
Semi-rigid shell design ensures secure support and protection.
Recommended Manufacturer HCPC: L4360
Stable fractures of the foot and/or ankle.
Severe Grade II/III ankle sprains.
Post-operative foot and ankle recovery.
Choose your size walker based on a standard Men's/ Women's shoe size:
Size
Shoe Size
S
Men's 4-7, Women's 5-8
M
Men's 7-10, Women's 8-11
L
Men's 10-13, Women's 11-15
XL
Men's 13+, Women's 15+
Four fully adjustable air cell bladders inside.
Foam liner.
Rocker bottom sole.
Semi rigid front piece in addition to a rigid boot design.
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Excellent Review by NIMax
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I was given one of these by the NHS in the UK, for free (thank God for the National Hospital System here in England). I was recovering from foot reconstruction surgery, this product helped me so much better compared to the standard boot I was given after snapping and therefore undergoing corrective surgery for my ankle. Very comfortable, easy to use, and above all protective.
Ankle sprain Review by Mark Lazlo
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I had a severe ankle sprain and wearing this allowed me to walk rather then limp around with crutches.
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From Jeanne
Q: I have one of these for my foot.My question is can you wash the liner? I have been wearing it since June and the liner is getting kind of dirty on the toe part because it hangs out from under the plastic.
A: Yes you can wash the liner...carefully, by using Woolite in your sink. You should avoid washing it using a washing machine as this will stretch it out and or possibly tear it. Once you're done washing it, let it line dry naturally instead of using your dryer.
Q: Can the Aircast XP help with a fractured tibia? If not which air cast can help?
A: The Aircast XP is a great choice for a healing tibia fracture that is showing sufficient callus formation along the fracture. Assuming your cast has been removed by a physician, the XP walker would be a sound choice for offering support and protection as you progress to full activity. It features four air bladders inside that can be inflated/deflated for a perfect, supportive fit around your lower leg and foot.
The XP Walker can be used for a variety of foot injuries and depending on the type and location of your fracture and where you're at in the healing process, this could be used as part of your recovery process. Please consult with your physician if not sure about the appropriateness of this walker.