How long should you wear an Aircast for a sprained ankle?
When treating a sprain, the Air-Stirrup splint should be worn whenever walking for at least four weeks, or as long as you continue to have ankle pain. You should continue to wear it at least 6 weeks whenever running, playing sports or any activity where there is increased risk of re-injury.
Why should you not wear an ankle brace all day?
Ankle bracing is a very good preventative accessory to many people who are active. Overuse of an ankle brace can be bad for you because it can affect your ankle strength and balance. If the ankle doesn’t have to do the work for balance and support, then it gets weaker, increasing the risk of injury.
What is an Aircast ankle brace used for?
The Aircast Air-Stirrup Ankle Support Brace is commonly worn immediately after an ankle injury and throughout recovery. It’s intended to prevent or treat acute ankle injuries, chronic instability, post-operative use and ankle sprains grade I, II, and III.
How do you sleep with an Aircast boot?
Can I wear my walker boot while asleep? Your consultant will advise you if you are to sleep in the boot. Depending on your injury, it is sometimes recommended that you sleep with your walker boot on so that you continue receiving support. If you do have to leave the boot on, loosen the straps for comfort.
Do I sleep in aircast?
Depending on your injury, it is sometimes recommended that you sleep with your walker boot on so that you continue receiving support. If you do have to leave the boot on, loosen the straps for comfort.
How many hours a day should you wear an Aircast?
DO wear your sock and boot any time you are on your feet. DO spend about 2 to -3 hours each day with your ankle elevated above the level of your heart.
How long can you wear ankle brace?
Your doctor might give you a cast, boot, or brace to wear. This will keep the ligaments and joint in place while they heal. It limits motion, provides protection, and helps reduce pain. You may need to wear it for 2 to 6 weeks.
How much is an Aircast?
Aircast AirSelect Standard Walking Boot
| Item # | Desc | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Options | ||
| 01EF-M | Medium -Each | $139.99 $92.99 |
| 01EF-L | Large -Each | $139.99 $92.99 |
| 01EF-XL | X-Large -Each | $139.99 $92.99 |
How does an ankle brace protect the ankle?
How Do Ankle Braces Work? The ligaments, tendons, and muscles in your ankle make up the support that protects your ankle . Ankle braces work to externally support the internal network of support you’re built with. They are used to limit specific motions. Typically, they will limit your ability to point your foot downward away from your ankle.
Does ankle brace help a sprain?
Crutches, a supportive ankle brace for sprains and compression wraps will also help reduce the load on the injured ankle. This depends on the severity of the injury. Swelling will recede within 2-4 days for a grade 1 sprain and within 1-2 weeks for a grade 2 sprain.
What is air boot cast?
An air cast boot encases the injured joint or foot inside an air cushion, which is in turn encased in a hard plastic shell. As an alternative to a traditional cast, the air cast boot promotes faster healing time, more mobility, and the ability to remove the cast so the injury can be exposed to fresh air or for convenience when showering.
