Orthopedic Brace
An orthopedic brace is a medical device designed to support, stabilize, and protect injured or weak joints, muscles, or bones. These braces help control movement, reduce strain, and allow for proper healing by limiting motion or providing extra support to the affected area. Depending on the injury or condition, braces can be used for various body parts, such as the knee, ankle, wrist, shoulder, or spine.
Here are the key functions of an orthopedic brace:
- Immobilization: For injuries like fractures or sprains, a brace may restrict movement to prevent further damage while the injury heals.
- Support: Braces provide external support to areas weakened by injury, surgery, or chronic conditions, like arthritis, to help alleviate pain and promote stability.
- Compression: Many braces offer compression, which helps reduce swelling and inflammation in soft tissues around the injury.
- Pain Relief: By reducing pressure on the injured or weakened area and restricting movement, braces can help alleviate pain and discomfort.
- Rehabilitation: After surgery or during recovery from injury, braces assist in rehabilitation by guiding the healing process and helping users regain strength and mobility while avoiding re-injury.
Orthopedic braces are often recommended by healthcare professionals for short-term or long-term use, depending on the patient’s condition. They are commonly used in sports injuries, post-surgical recovery, and to manage chronic conditions like arthritis or scoliosis.
Ergoactive Injury Boot - Off Load Pressure
Combined with its dynamic, three-module shock absorption system (heel-flat-toe), the SHOEBAUM SHORT also offers a lateral sliding, gait-mimicking insole. Together, with an adjustable ROM hinge, pneumatic inner cushion liner, and compact design, the SHOEBAUM SHORT is the most comfortable and advanced injury boot/air CAM walker available.
HIGHLIGHTS
SPECIFICATIONS
USER SHOE SIZE RANGE: Women: 7.5 - 11.5 Men: 8 - 12.5
UNIT WEIGHT: 2.90 LBS
OVERALL HEIGHT: 12"
OVERALL WIDTH: 5.50"
OVERALL DEPTH: 12"
FLOOR TO INSOLE HEIGHT: 3"
RANGE OF MOTION (ROM): WOMEN: 90º - 100º MEN: 105º - 115º
*MATERIALS ARE LATEX FREE
WARRANTY
Your SHOEBAUM SHORT boot is warranted against defects in material and/or workmanship for one (1) year. This warranty does not extend to accessories and non-durable components such as soles, insoles, soft goods, or straps which are subject to normal wear and replacement. Non-durable or consumable components are warranted against manufacturer defects for 30 days.
RETURN POLICY
This product is non-returnable. It is considered a single-use patient item. Refer to Ergoactives’ Return Policy for further details.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
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