PANat Urias Johnstone User Manual page 36

Application of the air splint
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Put on shoes before applying the double
chamber foot air splint (small broad heel and soft
sole).
In sitting (hip, knee and ankle are at 90°)
support ankle joint and apply the DC boot air
splint over the shoe. Ensure the heel is firmly
embedded in the corner of the air splint.
3
Inflate the inner chamber.
Some adjustment may be needed to balance the
air in the chambers to ensure the correct foot
position for weight bearing.
Sample exercises
Use these to develop your own exercise programmes.
Use to encourage
rhythmical foot tapping.
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Gather the excess fabric into your hands and
direct the pressure backwards towards the heel.
Maintain the foot in a neutral position with
pressure on the heel and inflate the outer
chamber first.
Gait re-education
and practise.
Tandem standing.
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