If you’ve fractured your leg bones or are recovering from a broken ankle, chances are your surgeon has advised you to wear a walker boot. The walker boot is usually worn for 6 to 8 weeks to protect and immobilize the injured limb while still allowing you to walk while you heal. This is something a traditional cast is unable to offer.
However, wearing the walker boot for almost 2 months can become quite taxing on your unaffected limb because the walker boot has a thicker sole than conventional shoes. This means you will now be walking with a limp due to the leg length discrepancy, i.e., the injured leg is higher than the other. The leg length discrepancy can cause pain &/discomfort in your unaffected hip, knee, and lower back due to your new altered walking pattern. It can also be tiresome and wear you down as the days pass, especially if you must walk a lot.
This is why Ossur brings you their Evenup Shoe Balancer, the perfect solution to this frustrating and somewhat lengthy problem. The Ossur Evenup Shoe Balancer is a shoe leveler that is worn on the shoe of the unaffected leg. The easy-to-use lightweight device adds an additional 2.8cm to your existing sole height. This helps decrease that leg length discrepancy so that you will have a more natural walking pattern and less strain on your unaffected hip joint, knee joint, and lower back.
Features and Benefits of the Ossur Evenup Shoe Balancer:
- Evens up or equalizes your leg length when walking with a walker boot or cast
- A removable, reusable, and adjustable shoe lift product
- Adds 2.5cm to the height of your existing shoe to decrease the leg length discrepancy
- It fits onto your existing footwear
- Adjustable height offers 1.5cm, 1.9cm, or 2.8cm
- Helps reduce hip, knee, and lower back pain &/or discomfort from using a cast or walker boot
- Rubber straps can be adjusted to ensure a proper fit with your shoe
- Durable EVA sole for shock absorption to provide cushioning and comfort
- Available in sizes Small, Medium, and Large
- The universal design which means it can be worn on the left or right foot
How to use the Ossur Evenup Shoe Balancer:
- Slip the device over your existing shoe and place the strap on top of it so that it stays secure as you walk, and you’re good to go!
Size Guide:
US shoe size
| Size | Suitable shoe sole length | Women's | Men's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 250 - 285 mm | 5 - 8.5 | 6 - 8 |
| Medium | 285 - 310 mm | 9 - 11 | 8.5 - 10.5 |
| Large | 311- 350 mm | 11.5 - 13 | 11 -13 |
AU shoe size
| Size | Women's | Men's |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 4 - 7.5 | 5.5 - 7.0 |
| Medium | 7.5 - 9 | 7.5 - 8.5 |
| Large | 10.5 - 11.5 | 9.5 - 11.5 |
Note: It is generally best to choose an Evenup a little too small rather than too big. If your shoe length is between measures, use the smaller size as the device is flexible.
NB: Ensure you select the correct size to ensure the device stays in place when mobile.
