Short Description
The Aircast XP Diabetic Walker Replacement Kit provides essential maintenance for your XP Diabetic System. Featuring a medical-grade Plastizote® insole designed to regulate shear stress and a moisture-wicking stocking, this kit ensures a hygienic, low-friction environment for diabetic foot ulcer healing.
The Aircast XP Diabetic Walker Replacement Kit is the specialized maintenance solution for your XP Diabetic Walker System. Designed to sustain the high level of protection required for diabetic foot care, this kit includes a high-quality Plastizote insole and a protective cotton/lycra stocking.
The included insole is engineered specifically to regulate shear stress and reduce friction against the plantar surface of the foot. By replacing these components regularly, you ensure a hygienic environment and consistent pressure distribution, which are vital for the successful healing of diabetic ulcers.
Aircast XP Diabetic Walker Replacement Kit Key Features & Benefits
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Shear Stress Regulation: The Plastizote material provides a soft, pressure-absorbing interface that minimizes horizontal friction against sensitive skin.
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Hygienic Recovery: Includes a fresh, full-length stocking/liner to manage moisture and prevent the buildup of bacteria inside the walker boot.
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Perfect System Integration: Specifically sized to fit the Aircast XP Diabetic Walker, ensuring the insole fits edge-to-edge without sliding or bunching.
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Universal Fit: Both the insole and the stocking are designed to be universally compatible with either the left or the right foot.
Indications
The Aircast XP Diabetic Replacement Kit is indicated for the management of the following conditions:
- Diabetic Foot Ulcers: For the protection and off-loading of plantar ulcers.
- Neuropathic Pain: To provide a soft, non-irritating barrier for feet with loss of sensation.
- Post-Operative Recovery: Following foot surgery where shear stress must be eliminated.
- Charcot Foot: To provide structural stability and even pressure distribution.
Clinical Care Tips for Success
To maintain the medical integrity of your XP Diabetic System, follow these clinical protocols:
- Monitor for "Bottoming Out": Plastizote is designed to mold to your foot, but over time it will permanently compress. Inspect the insole weekly; if it feels thin or "hard," it is no longer regulating shear stress and must be replaced to prevent new ulcers.
- The "Shear Stress" Rule: Always wear the included cotton/lycra stocking. This creates a low-friction interface between your skin and the brace, which is essential for preventing the horizontal rubbing (shear) that causes diabetic skin breakdown.
- Hygienic Maintenance: Diabetic feet are prone to infection. We recommend rotating between two stockings (washing one while wearing the other). Hand-wash the Plastizote insole in cool water with mild soap and air dry only—heat will warp the medical foam.
- Sizing Synchronicity: Always match your kit size (S, M, L, XL) exactly to the size of your XP Walker boot. An undersized insole will slide, creating dangerous friction points, while an oversized one will bunch and create high-pressure ridges.
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Aircast therefore recommends that you do not purchase a Aircast item through any website, unless it is an authorized Aircast dealer.
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