Your patient is wearing a heel boot. But is the heel actually offloaded?

True heel offloading starts with complete suspension and continues with consistent positioning.

Applying a heel boot is an important step in pressure injury prevention. But wearing a heel boot does not automatically guarantee complete heel offloading. So how can healthcare professionals ensure that the heel remains protected, even after a patient moves or changes position?

The heel is particularly vulnerable to pressure injuries due to the limited soft tissue covering the heel bone. Effective prevention therefore requires true heel offloading, where the heel is completely suspended and free from contact with the supporting surface.

However, correct positioning, proper fit and regular reassessment are essential. Even when a heel boot is initially applied correctly, patient movement or repositioning may compromise heel suspension.

The Maxxcare Heel Pro Evolution addresses this challenge through innovative air-filled SmartTube technology, which lifts the heel away from the supporting surface and redistributes pressure towards the calf and lower leg.

Combined with its anatomically contoured design and soft, breathable materials, the device supports stable positioning and patient comfort while helping maintain effective heel suspension between clinical checks.

But how can healthcare professionals verify that the heel remains completely offloaded over time?

Discover the three essential checks for maintaining effective heel offloading and learn how the right device can support consistent heel protection in daily clinical practice. Read the full article on the Maxxcare website.