UNITED ORTHO AIR WALKER Fitting Instructions

AIR WALKER FITTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove softgood by opening contact closure straps and lifting out of
brace. Do not remove pull tabs at this time.
2. Place lower leg and foot into softgood. Close softgood snugly over
leg.
3. Insert foot into brace by gently spreading uprights. Do not remove
pull tabs at this time.
4. Ensure struts are centered over the ankle bone (malleoli). The lower
leg should be kept at a 90° angle with the foot.
5. Remove pull tabs located in between struts and softgood. This allows
the softgood to be secured into position.
6. To accommodate for rubbing or spacing, additional foam pads may
be placed inside the softgood, in between the softgood and plastic, or
under straps for additional comfort.
7. Secure contact closure straps, starting at the toes and working upward.
For best fit, secure straps in the correct order.
Strap adjustments may be necessary as foot, ankle and leg swelling
patterns change.
8. Inflate air chamber by turning knob clockwise until secure and
pressing
and releasing the air bulb repeatedly.
Continue until softgood feels stable and is cushioning the lower leg. Do
not over inflate.