UNITED ORTHO AIR WALKER User Manual

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.

UNITED ORTHO AIR WALKER Specifications

General

Brand	UNITED ORTHO
Model	AIR WALKER
Category	Medical Equipment
Language	English

Summary

AIR WALKER FITTING INSTRUCTIONS

Removing Softgood Component

Open closure straps and lift softgood out of brace; do not remove pull tabs at this time.

Initial Softgood Placement

Place lower leg and foot into softgood, closing it snugly over the leg.

Inserting Foot into Walker Brace

Gently spread uprights to insert foot into brace; do not remove pull tabs.

Strut Alignment and Foot Positioning

Center struts over ankle bone and keep lower leg at a 90° angle to the foot.

Final Softgood Securing

Remove pull tabs between struts and softgood to secure it in position.

Comfort Adjustment with Foam Pads

Use foam pads inside softgood, between softgood/plastic, or under straps for comfort.

Securing Closure Straps Order

Secure straps starting from toes and working upward for best fit.

Inflating Air Chamber for Support

Turn knob clockwise, press bulb repeatedly until stable and cushioning; do not over inflate.

Deflating Air Chamber

Turn knob counterclockwise to release air; repeat inflation step 8 to re-inflate.

Removing Leg from Walker

Release straps and open softgood to remove leg; reapply using steps 1-7 if needed.

WASHING INSTRUCTIONS

Washing the Softgood

Hand wash softgood with mild detergent and cold water; air dry flat. Do not bleach.

Cleaning the Walker Plastic

Clean walker plastic with a damp cloth and mild soap.