Jura Fixed Walker Boot Leg Brace (Short)
The Jura Fixed Walker Boot Leg Brace (Short) assists injury recovery with special 'paddle' uprights that reduce pressure on the lower limb and provide optimal stability and immobilisation. The lightweight, low profile unit is easy to apply and comfortable to wear, resulting in greater patient acceptance and approval of treatment.
What's Included?
Indications of the Jura Fixed Walker Leg Brace
Designed to reduce pressure on the lower limb and improve stability, the Jura Fixed Walker promotes rehabilitation of a wide range of injuries. The indications of the Jura Fixed Walker include:
- Stable fractures
- Stress fractures
- Broken limbs
- Ankle sprains
Sizing Information for the Jura Fixed Walker
The Jura Fixed Walker is available in five sizes, and can be configured for use on both legs. To find out which size you require, please consult the table below.
Size | Shoe Size (UK) |
Extra Small | UK Size 1.5 - 3 |
Small | UK Size 3 - 5.5 |
Medium | UK Size 6 - 9 |
Large | UK Size 9.5 - 11 |
Extra Large | UK Size 11+ |
Key Features and Benefits
- Ultra-lightweight leg brace provides comfortable support and protection
- 'Paddle' design reduces pressure and improves stability and immobilisation
- Accommodates full dressings and padding without discomfort
- Lightweight, non-slip outsole for improved comfort and safety
- Easy-grip tabs and simplified fastenings for easy application and removal
- Detachable liners are comfy and easy to wash - replacements available
- Removeable ventilated insole reduces moisture and prevents bad odour
- Short version designed to provide support up to just above the ankle
How Does the Jura Fixed Walker Improve Recovery?
The Jura Fixed Walker features 'paddle' uprights which reduce pressure on the lower limb while improving stability. They hold the leg stable in the correct position for improved recovery, while keeping it protected from pressure and tension when walking.
Is the Jura Fixed Walker Easy to Use?
A simple Velcro fastening system with easy-grip tabs and return D-rings makes the Jura Fixed Walker straightforward to use. The easy removal and application of this leg brace makes it more likely for patients to accept without fuss.
Ultra-Lightweight for Maximum Comfort
The lightweight construction makes the Jura Fixed Walker Leg Brace supremely comfortable and easy to use. With enough space to accommodate full dressings and padding, the brace can be worn comfortably on top of any other medical bandaging.
Non-Slip Outsole
The Jura Fixed Walker features a textured undersole which improves grip to maximise safety and comfort. This gives you more control when walking and reduces the risk of slipping and falling.
Ventilated Insole
A ventilated insole allows the injured foot to breathe, which reduces moisture build up for greater hygiene and less odour. The insole can be also be removed for easy washing.
What If I Develop a Leg Length Discrepancy?
Due to the size of the Jura Boot, you may experience leg length discrepancy in your healthy leg. This is often caused by your footwear not providing the same level of height as the Jura Fixed Walker Boot.
To alleviate this, we recommend wearing shoes with a correctly and proportionately sized sole on your healthy foot to balance out the extra height given by the boot. Alternatively, we offer a solution in the form of the Even Up Shoe Balancer, which can be adjusted at three different incremental heights.
What If My Hips Ache During Use?
You may feel a slight dull ache in your hip when you begin wearing your Jura Fixed Walker Boot. This tends to be because of a leg length discrepancy that can develop when a bulky walker or post-operative boot is worn on an injured foot.
How Long Should I Wear My Jura Boot?
It is recommended that you wear your Jura Fixed Walker Boot for as long as is recommended by your healthcare professional following your recovery. This period typically ranges from between four to eight weeks however, which is when the foot, ankle or leg can typically load bear again following surgery.
Is My Jura Fixed Walker Boot Suitable for Post-Operative Use?
Absolutely. The Jura Fixed Walker Boot is one the most popular post-operative boots in the UK and is recommended by healthcare professionals following surgeries, accidents, operations and during the following rehabilitation and recovery period.
Is the Jura Fixed Walker Boot Brace Heavy?
Substantial and sturdy, the Jura Fixed Walker Boot is a hefty brace boot that provides an incredible brand of stability and rehabilitation following surgery.
Other Versions Available
This short version of the Jura Fixed Walker is also available in a Long Version, which provides full support up to below the knee.