The Swede-O Air Lite Ankle Splint offers effective medial and lateral stabilization alongside compression, aiding in pain relief and swelling reduction post-acute ankle injuries. By filling bladders with air, it ensures proper compression for stabilizing the injured ankle. The ultralight, contoured rigid shell comfortably fits over either ankle, with a thin heel pad allowing easy accommodation in most shoes. Designed for use during daily activities throughout the recovery process, its bilateral design caters to both right and left ankles, and its one-size-fits-most feature adds to its versatility and convenience.
Features:
- Stabilization and Compression: Fill the bladders with air to achieve proper compression, providing essential stability to the injured ankle while promoting healing and reducing discomfort.
- Rigid Side Supports: The splint features ultralight, contoured rigid side supports that offer comprehensive medial and lateral stabilization, ensuring optimal protection during recovery.
- Comfortable Design: Constructed with a contoured design, the splint fits comfortably over both the right and left ankles, accommodating a wide range of users. The thin heel pad allows for easy fitting into most shoes, enabling you to maintain your mobility while healing.
- Bilateral Design: Designed to fit both the right and left ankles, this splint offers versatile support for a variety of injuries. With its one-size-fits-most design, finding the perfect fit is effortless.
Instructions for Use:
- Preparation: Fill the air bladders with the provided tube for proper compression.
- Application: Open the splint with the green bladders facing up and the white panels facing down. Position the middle of the heel on the center of the heel pad. Raise the sides up to each side of the ankle with the green bladders facing inward toward the ankle and secure the lower strap. Gently squeeze the sides of the splint to apply pressure for preferred compression, then secure the top strap. Adjust the heel pad by pulling the vertical heel straps outward and secure them to the side of the brace. Finally, adjust all straps to ensure a proper fit.
Washing Instructions:
- Wipe the splint clean with soap and water as needed. Avoid machine washing or drying to preserve the integrity of the splint.