Aircast Airheel Ankle Brace

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• From Dan at 6/1/10 6:22 AM
  • Hello,
    I'm wondering if Aircast Airheel will fit when wearing high top hiking boots?
    
    Thanks
  • The Aircast Airheel brace should be able to be worn inside your hiking boot comfortably.
• From Steve at 6/27/10 9:05 AM
  • Will it fit inside a soccer boot or running shoe?
  • Yes, The Aircast Airheel has a low profile design so it fits comfortably inside athletic shoes.
• From Tiffany at 7/13/10 12:33 AM
  • Will the aircast airheel keep my foot in a 90 degree angle for sleeping?
  • No that is not what the Aircast Airheel was designed for. To do this you would need a Night Splint such as http://www.betterbraces.com/procare-dorsiwedge-plantar-fasciitis-night-splint
• From April at 8/2/10 1:21 PM
  • How do you put air into the aircast?
  • Hello April,
    
    The Aircast Airheel comes pre-inflated.
• From Joy at 8/26/10 7:35 AM
  • I wear a women's dress shoe size 8.5 but a size 9 in runners. Should I order the small or medium?
    Thanks.
  • You'd be fine in either. Of course the small will fit a bit more snug while the medium may have more give in it, but both will provide you with the support and relief you need.
• From Steffani Pouliot at 9/6/10 8:08 PM
  • I have an air cast and seems to have come deflated. Is there anyway i can inflate it again?
  • Unfortunately no. If it is within 6mo of purchase with us then we can exchange under warranty, otherwise you would need to purchase a new brace. Please contact 800-553-6019 for warranty information.
• From virginia russell at 9/27/10 3:11 PM
  • does the aircast fit either right or left? or do i order them specifically? if so, how? i do not see where to do that.
  • Hello Virgina,
    
    The Airheel is universal left or right.
• From virginia russell at 9/27/10 3:11 PM
  • does the aircast fit either right or left? or do i order them specifically? if so, how? i do not see where to do that.
  • The Aircast Airheel is universal and fits both the right and left foot.
• From Jill at 11/19/10 4:09 PM
  • If I suffer from achilles tendonitis, is it better to immobilize the foot completely or will the aircast air heel really work? I also wear a size women's 5, will the small be too big?
  • Hello Jill,
    
    You should consult your physician to verify the brace style that they'd like you to wear.
    
    A size small Aircast Airheel will accommodate up to an 8.5 womens.
• From Mike at 12/4/10 7:58 AM
  • Does the Aircase Airheel come in left as well as nd right or does one size it fit both feet? I don't see a place to choose either left or right foot when ordering.
  • Hello!
    
    The Aircast Airheel is universal left or right, meaning it can be worn on either foot.
• From jenna at 12/22/10 12:21 PM
  • Will the size small air cast air heel be small enough for my daughter who wears a size 3 shoe?
  • No, the small will not fit your daughter appropriately and unfortunately this is a unique product that does not have a substitute in pediatric sizes.
• From David at 12/24/10 7:52 PM
  • I have severe plantar fasciitis and have tried numerous arch supports with limited success. I weigh 450 pounds. Will your product stand up to my weight?
  • The Airheel is tested to 1000 lbs of pressure. Walking adds 2-3x your body weight to ground forces; so, the product does have a good chance of holding up for you.
• From Bill Mitchell at 2/6/11 8:19 AM
  • I went to my podiatrist and it turns out I have Peroneal tendon tendonitis and a bit of plantar fasciitis. Will the Aircast Airheel help me to heal versus a full Aircast boot? About 6 years ago I had achillis tendonitis and plantar fasciitis and the full boot did the trick along with the night splint. I would like to avoid the full boot if possible. Is a neoprene sock helpful also?
  • The Airheel is great at providing comfort and massaging relief for the plantar fasciitis and the Achilles tendon areas. The Peroneals do run along the side of the Achilles tendon area so it will get some massaging relief as well. As far as the airheel healing the problem, it cannot heal it on its own, but it can provide some relief and massaging to the area while you are active during the day. I suggest you check with your podiatrist to see if the tendonitis is as severe as before, when he had you immobilize the area. If it is not as severe, then using the airheel will help in providing you relief and massage the area while it is healing. We also have a Dorsal night splint that you can combine with the airheel. When wear it at night, it will put your foot in a flexed position that will give the plantar fasciitis, Achilles and peroneals a gentle stretch, which is prove to help in relieving discomfort in these areas.
• From Karen at 3/7/11 5:43 AM
  • Does the width of the foot impact what size I should order? I am a womens 10 but I wear the widest shoe.
    Thanks
  • Karen, the foot section of the AirCast Air Heel is made out of neoprene so it is forgiving and stretches out, therefore it should strech to your foot width. Based on your shoe size you would fit into a size medium which is part number 09AM. Should you have any additional questions please do not hesitate to contact www.betterbraces.com again.
• From john at 3/12/11 9:23 AM
  • Can I wear the air heel along with orthotics?
  • John,
    Yes you may wear the AirCast airheel with your custom orthotics.
• From katherine at 3/28/11 6:02 AM
  • Does the aircast airheel provide arch support when sitting or lying down?
  • Hi Katherine,
    The Aircast Airheel does not provide any arch support. The Airheel is for people who have Plantar Fasciitis and/or Achilles Tendonitis. The Aircell under the foot does not support the arch.
    
    Thanks
• From Jodi at 4/6/11 10:14 AM
  • I don't know what is wrong with my achilles tendon but I have pain there. Does the Aircast Airheel help other achilles tendon pain or just achilles tendonitis?
  • Hey Jodi,
    The Aircast Airheel has two aircells in it, one under the foot and one on the achilles. The air pulses back and forth creating a massaging affect which loosens up the tissue. If your Achilles pain comes from chronic tightness then yes, the airheel will help. If your achilles pain comes from something else(for instance over-pronation, ankle mal-alignment, Ligament laxity, etc) then no, the Airheel will not help.
    
    
    Thanks
• From Kip at 4/7/11 2:24 PM
  • I have a wide foot. I generally fit a woman's size 7.5-8 width 3E to 4E, or a man's 8-8.5 width W-2W.
    
    Should I order a small or a medium?
    
    Thanks!!!
  • Hey Kip,
    The medium would be a better fit for you.
    
    Thanks,
• From Don at 4/17/11 11:07 AM
  • Is it washable?
  • Yes, the Airheel is hand washable with mild detergent and then let air dry.
• From Tom M. at 5/30/11 1:44 PM
  • I have a swollen achilles tendon in my right ankle. I get cramps in my right foot from alot of stop and go driving, will this brace help me. Thank you Tom M.
  • Yes the Aircast Airheel Ankle Brace would be recommended for someone like you with a swollen achilles tendon. The dual aircell technology will help to compression your achilles to press the swelling out of that area alleviating pressure and pain. Should you have any additional questions please contact us again.
• From KEITH at 6/20/11 1:00 PM
  • If it deflates will it still be effective?
  • Hey Keith,
    The movement of ari from one aircell to the other is what causes the massage effect on the plantar fascia. If the aircell deflates and there is no more air then there is no more massage effect and the brace is useless.
    
    
    Thanks
• From Chelsea at 7/9/11 12:09 PM
  • I am a dancer, I have been told by doctors that there is nothing they can do for my pain. They said it was probalby tendonitis. It hurts most around the achilles tendon. I am at a dead end and need help. I would say my pain is moderate to severe, will this brace help me? also, is the brace flexible enought to dance in(i have to point my toes!)? lastly, my last aircast was pre-inflated, but seemed to loose the air over time...what should i do about this?
    Thank you so much for your help!
    
    
  • The Aircast Airheel Ankle Brace is meant to be worn with a shoe, will you be dancing with a shoe on? If so, it would work. The aircells are inflated. There is a 6 month warranty. If the aircell deflates during that time, please contact us so we can swap it out for you.
• From Janice at 7/18/11 9:54 AM
  • Can you pls tell me if the Aircast Airheel Ankle Brace
    Will help with a neuroma?
    
    Thanks,
    
    Janice Berthold
    
  • It depends on where the neuroma is. Normally the are up at the toes, and this aircell sits in the arch of your food and provides support there. So if it is at your toes, it will not probide you with the ultimate support needed.
• From Jamie at 8/10/11 4:45 PM
  • I am a cashier/sales associate with plantar fasciitis. Would the Aircast Airheel Ankle brace be a good fit for me? Also, is the brace Latex Free?
  • The brace is latex free, and it will be a great option for your plantar fascitis. Especially cause you are up on your feet all day, this will help support and massage that area.
• From I'd at 12/28/11 9:00 PM
  • I am over pronating I have ankle pain and discomfort overall walking. Is this the right product for my issues. Flat feet and over pronation.
  • I would actually recommend the Aircast PTTD brace. since you are having an over pronation issue with your foot, the PTTD brace has medial and lateral supports to help keep your foot in neutral position and then in inflatable aircell will help with your flat feet issue.

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