Posey Encapsulating Bootie Heel Guards User Manual

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THERAPY AND AMBULATION

Posey

®

Encapsulating Bootie Heel Guards

Posey Encapsulating Bootie Heel Guards are designed
to surround and conform to the contours on the
patient’s heel, while helping to protect both the skin
and underlying tissues with a protective cushion of
air suspended in a bead fill. The unique bead fill
allows the guard to be reshaped for each individual’s
needs.

Encapsulating Bootie Heel Guards

Each Heel Guard is constructed of a breathable
vinyl mesh outer shell with a cotton inside liner, and
filled with non-absorbent, polystyrene beads. This
design allows air to flow through the guards, thereby
helping to reduce the discomfort associated with
foam products that do not breath and build up heat.

Each Heel Guard features a soft 4” (10 cm) wide strap
with a hook closure to secure it in place on the
patient, and a zippered closure to allow the addition
or removal of beads.

REF

6111 Bootie Heel Guard, 13” L x 13”W x 8”H

(33 cm x 33 cm x 20 cm).

REF

8124 Bead Refill Kit.

6111

Fig. 1

Application Instructions:

1. Prepare the Posey Bootie Heel Guard by creating
a cavity for the heel by moving the beads.

2. Place the patient’s heel in the cavity (Fig. 1).

3. Adjust the beads as desired.

4. Repeat for the other foot.

5. Reposition the patient as necessary.

Monitoring

Be sure to follow your facility’s policies
and guidelines for frequency of patient monitoring.
Posey recommends that this product be removed at
least every two (2) hours to check for skin integrity,
proper circulation and range of motion.

Inspection

Inspect before each use: check for broken
stitches; or torn, cut or frayed material. DO NOT
use soiled or damaged products. DO NOT use if the
product has a hole or beads are leaking out.

DO NOT walk while wearing this
product.

Washing Instructions:

Machine washable in warm temperature.
Air dry preferred.

Disposal

Properly dispose of the product per facility’s policy for

BIOHAZARDOUS materials.

Storage and Handling

This device is designed for use in normal indoor environments. This
device may be stored in ambient warehouse temperatures at normal
humidity levels. Avoid excess moisture or high humidity that may
damage product materials.

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Phone: [phone] or 1.626.443.3143 • Fax: [phone] or 1.626.443.5014

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