Skil-Care Heel Float II Protective Boot | Off-Loading Pressure-Relieving Heel Orthosis

Skil-Care Heel Float II Protective Boot: Off-Loading Therapy for Pressure Injury Prevention

The ultimate product in comfortable heel off-loading at an economical cost

In acute care hospitals, long-term rehabilitation wards, and home healthcare settings, immobile or bedridden patients face a high risk of developing decubitus ulcers on the calcaneus (heel) region. Because the heel carries concentrated pressure against mattress surfaces, continuous contact can rapidly degrade skin integrity, leading to severe deep tissue injuries. The Skil-Care Heel Float II Pressure Relieving Protective Boot provides an advanced orthopedic solution to this clinical challenge. By completely off-loading the heel over a zero-pressure air cavity, this protective boot suspends the vulnerable area in the air, eliminating interface pressure and establishing an optimal microclimate for wound healing and skin protection.

Constructed with foam-cushioned sides, the Heel Float II also shields the sensitive lateral and medial malleoli (ankle bones) from friction and impact. The boot interior features a soft, ultra-low-shear fabric cover that actively reduces friction and wicking moisture away from fragile skin tissue. To improve lower limb alignment, it incorporates an anti-foot-drop structural design that controls dorsal flexion, keeping the foot in a functional resting posture. Two adjustable hook-and-loop straps provide a highly customizable fit and can be reconfigured based on patient movement—either secured at the ankle and instep or dual-fastened at the ankle to prevent displacement.

Key Benefits:

• Total Zero-Pressure Heel Off-Loading: Suspends the heel completely over an open air cavity, eliminating tissue contact with the mattress to treat and prevent pressure ulcers.
• Anatomical Foot-Drop Protection: Built with a semi-rigid posterior structure that controls dorsal flexion, actively mitigating the risk of foot-drop contractures.
• Low-Shear Moisture Management: Covered in an incredibly soft, low-shear fabric that limits friction while wicking away sweat to protect delicate skin barriers.
• Malleoli Protection Zone: Features thick, foam-padded sidewalls that cushion the ankle bones against lateral surface friction and bedrail impacts.
• Adaptable Dual-Strap Closure: Equipped with two versatile hook-and-loop straps that can be customized across the foot and ankle to accommodate highly restless patients.

Specifications:

• Core Material: Resilient protective foam backing
• Cover Textile: Ultra-soft, low-shear fabric matrix
• Securing Method: Adjustable heavy-duty Hook-and-Loop fastening straps
• Sanitation Parameters: Fully launderable and reusable; machine washable and dryable up to 180°F (82°C)
• Optional Compatibility: Integrates with the Bilateral Anti-Rotation Foam Gripper (Universal) to prevent lower leg rotation
• Procurement Standards: Shipped Factory Direct via an Authorized Retailer with full manufacturer warranty coverage

Indication for use
Skil-Care Heel-Float II off-loads the heel by suspending it over an air cavity. This positioning eliminates heel pressure and helps prevent the formation of pressure ulcers while aiding in the healing of existing sores.

Applications
Skil-Care Heel-Float II features two adaptable Velcro® straps that allow the protector to be secured with one strap at the ankle and one at the instep/toe, or with both straps at the ankle. The instep/toe option should be used if the patient’s foot moves excessively.

Instep/Toe

1. Place patient’s foot inside the Heel Protector. Make certain that the heel is suspended over the air cavity.

2. Move the Velcro® strap (a) attached to the webbing strip toward the toes. (Fig. 1)

3. Thread the Velcro® strap through the web loop (c) near the toes and secure the closure. (Fig. 2)

4. Thread the ankle strap (b) through the web loop near the ankle and secure closure. (Fig. 2)

5. Velcro® closures should be snug but not tight.

Note: As an added feature strap (a) can be adjusted at any position along the webbing strip to customize the position to meet specific patient needs.

Ankle Only

1. Place patient’s foot inside the Heel Protector. Make certain that the heel is suspended over the air cavity.

2. Move the Velcro® strap (a) attached to the webbing strip toward the ankle. (Fig. 3)

3. Thread both Velcro® straps (b,c) through the web loops on the opposite side of the Heel Protector and secure closures. (Fig. 4)

4. Velcro® closure should be snug but not tight.

Bilateral Anti-Rotation Gripper (optional)
If using the Bilateral Anti-Rotation Gripper, place foot with Heel Protector into Bilateral Anti-Rotation Gripper. Bilateral Anti-Rotation Gripper prevents rotation in either direction (See image on front page) The Bilateral Anti-Rotation Gripper will release from the boot when the boot is lifted out of the Bilateral Anti-Rotation Gripper. Periodically inspect the heel.

Important
Remove the Heel Protector every 8 to 12 hours and check patient’s skin for ischemia or discoloration.

Easy Care
The Heel-Float II may be washed and dried at temperatures that do not exceed 180°F (82°C). Do not use chlorine bleach.

Extended Product Information:

• Product Instructions