What are the major benefits of the Heelift Traction Boot?
It offers continuous heel and malleolar pressure redistribution. In addition it elevates the leg enough to remove pressure from the peroneal nerve at the neck of the fibula to prevent permanent paralytic foot drop. The spare pad when placed on the outside of the Heelift Traction Boot can help control external rotation on the fractured femur side. The tricot very low friction backing prevents friction from the bedsheets from interfering with the full effect of the traction. The Heelift Traction Boot is convertible to a Heelift heel pressure redistribution device post surgery for continuous care.
