Walker Boots

Walker Boots are an alternative to conventional casting materials, which immobilises the foot and ankle at 90 degrees, where the limb doesn’t need to completely non weight bearing.

Most walker boots incorporate into the sole of the walker a wide rocker bottom that is fitted with anti-slip tread, this increases stability and helps to promote a natural gait.

Walking in a walker boot can take getting used to for some patients, it may be appropriate to supply walking aids, such as weight bearing elbow crutches, to ensure the patient is safe until they are more used to mobilising in the boot.

Sizing Guide for Ossur FormFit Boots.

Shoe size is required

 UK Shoe SizeEU Shoe SizeProduct CodeProduct Code
SizeShoe SizeShoe SizePremiumLow Top
X-SmallUp to 3.5Up to 35.5W0200BLKW0300BLK
Small4 – 6.536 – 39W0400BLKW0500BLK
Medium7 – 1040 – 44.5W0600BLKW0700BLK
Large10 – 1244.5 – 46.5W0800BLKW0900BLK
X-Large12 – 13.546.5 – 48.5W1000BLKW1100BLK

This video shows how to correctly fit a boot. It is designed for viewing by patients, but clearly shows the process a healthcare professional would need to undertake.

There is a link to this video in the patient advice section of this website.

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