How To Put On A CAM/Walking Boot
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- Опубліковано 7 вер 2024
- Dr. Jay Larson from Sole Foot and Ankle Specialists in Glendale, Arizona explains and demonstrates how to put on a CAM/Walking Boot. A lot of patients get this device and forget how to put it on or know the proper way it should fit your foot and ankle.
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Extremely helpful😊
I just broke my right ankle, painful. I appreciate the video posting. I am counting the weeks when my ankle is healed
Irwin Pash thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear about your ankle and wish you a quick recovery.
Been five years that's like 250-300 weeks
Thank you for posting this!! it was a big help.
+pa7kr We are happy that you liked this video and found it helpful. Here's to a speedy recovery.
very good
Thank you. We hope this helped you out.
Hi! For non weight bearing can i dangle my foot while sitting on a chair? Thank you.
My daughter received her CAM yesterday for idiopathic toe-walking and the technician from ortho gave her a boot that seems too small, her toes hanging over the edge about a cm maybe 1 1/2 cm. I asked her about it and she said it shouldn't matter much and gave me little velcro tabs and called them extensions...? Said I should just be able to loosen the heel strap and slide the heel back. That's not really working since the calf straps keep her foot in place. Was this a misfit and should I go back to Ortho and ask for the next size up?
Hi I just got my walking boot on today and it seems to hurt, especially when it touches my ankle.
Good Morning Teresa - If your walking boot still hurts, please call your doctor's office to let them know. It might not be the right size for your foot and ankle. Wishing you the best.
Should my foot be placed completely flat in the boot or is it okay if the heel isn't touching the bottom completely?
Taylor Melton did you ever get an answer? I’m struggling to find an answer for my currently broken ankle so I’d love to hear what you found out
Looking for the same answer, not sure if the boot I was given is over sized or not. No one seems to be clear about this the medical system is so frustrating to deal with. My heel floats slightly above the base when lying down
A B did you ever get a clear answer ? I’m having the same issue
Celeste G no medical person had an answer but I figured it out myself and my foot is now healing well. The key is that you foot doesn’t completely float above the sole but if it slightly rises up maybe 10% it is fine. Most important is the ankle not moving much and the foot is secured from the sides
I have a night splint. I wounder if i can walk with that, or stand? Need it on my job.
I have a a splint and I'm going to get it off today, do not walk on it. It can break or split. The splint won't be so effective then. (Yes, I know this comment was posted half a year ago but just in case anyone wants to know...)
My boss insists that I have something covering the top of my "boot" which would provide the same protection as an actual shoe. Any ideas?
I was hoping your would show the length of the boot and where the toe is. My toe is 2 inches from the front tip and I think I was given the wrong size boot.
what's up dr I was wondering how often I should change my socks and clean the boot since my doctor said I have to wear it at all times for got what he said since my mind has been all over the place and it's Sunday so i can't call the office since its closed I just remember him saying to clean it with baby wipes
I have really bad plantar fasciitis. Would a walking boot help. I have tried inserts, night splints, ice, and stretching. I'm only 13 and a cheerleader. Help! Ps I haven't seen a doctor for it but my mom is a nurse so she has medical experience and has had PF herself. I have also talked to athletic trainers at my school and they have taped it before football and basketball game that I cheer at.
Abbie C hi! I have plantar fasciitis too! It would be best to keep applying pressure onto the foot. But for a slow start it will be easier if you used crutches and applied half of the pressure onto them! I hope this helps. If you want to know anything more about plantar fasciitis I can help!
sparkie sparkles thanks.
Abbie C get an MRI
Can you comment on the use of those extra pads please
Great question! Those pads are optional and used to pad the straps in any area where the strap contacts the skin or just needs some extra padding.
Thanks for the videos!! My foot doesn’t stay down when I walk, am I doing something wrong?
I need help for my boot on right
Is there supposed to be space between the liner and the hard plastic in the heel part?
I just got a maxtrax boot, and just three days in the toe strap won't adjust properly, the support bar for the ankle won't stay secure no matter what, and the metal loop for securing the calf strap keeps turning sideways. is that supposed to happen?
Hi, I'm a medical assistant that may be working at an orthopedics clinic soon, just learning all the things they do in this type of setting. For the boot here, is there a way to test how tight it is (1-2 fingers between foot or leg, or check for pedal pulse after a minute, ect?) What else besides crutches and slings would orthopedics involve? I know you're mostly podiatry here but thought I'd ask anyway. Great vid btw!
Hi - and congrats on working at an Orthopedic clinic. The best bet would be to have the patient walk around and test out the boot and make sure it's secure but yet comfortable. And make sure it's not too snug. Thanks for the compliment on the video and best wishes at your new job!
6 weeks after achilles tendon surgery I was kind of put in a boot. Kind of because I was not aable to lower my ankel into the boot. Anti tips for breaking foot into boot.
+Aricu Nono make sure to wear your boot and what your doctor has recommended. If you have any discomfort, please contact your doctor to make sure you are wearing the proper sized boot.
+Sole Foot and Ankle Specialists Thanks a mil
+Aricu Nono you're welcome. Here's to a speedy recovery.
So I have a problem.a BAD problem.so my mum does not take me to the doctors because I think she thinks I'm faking which I'm not .i needed to recover from a 'sprain' on my ankle which took a year to recover so do you guys have any advise for me I really need something right now my foot is swollen and I can't walk
I broke my foot and was dispensed a CAM boot today. The uprights are tight on my leg before apply the velcro, but in order to keep them from moving back and forth, which is irritating my skin, the straps needs to be uncomfortably tight. Any suggestions? Thank you!
what size would u recommend for me. my foot is 8 and a half to 9 inches. I'm also about a size 5 and a half in kids shoe size. can u pls tell me ASAP because I need to know what size e I need.
The spacer pieces where are u putting that
Are you referring to the 5" diameter foam pieces that come with the boot?
I sprained my ankle about 5 days ago, I tried home remedies and it's healing but my dad got me one of those boots, should I use it or not ? And should I start walking ? My brother said not to put pressure on it .
+Brenda Garcia Hi Brenda. We are sorry that you sprained your ankle. We recommend that you see a doctor who can diagnose and recommend the correct treatment for your sprained ankle. If you are in the Phoenix area, please consider calling us at 602-938-3600 for an appointment. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.
The tech that set me up left a inch and a half gap from back of ankel to back foam in boot. Is this normal for an achilles patiend? Thanks,
+Aricu Nono Hi Aricu. If you are experiencing any more difficulties or your ankle is not feeling right, we recommend that you go back to your physician and see about getting refitted. We wish you a speedy recovery.
I got my cam boot Wednesday and I was wondering if I could wear jeans underneath my biit because I have skinny jeans.
Hi Chantell - Sorry to hear that you need a Walking Boot. There might be an issue with your skinny jeans making the boot too snug on your leg. Test it out, but if you are in pain, try and wear regular jeans/pants over your boot. Here's to a speedy recovery.
I broke my ankle about a month and a half ago. I've had surgery and they told me I'm ready for a cam boot. they told me to come back in when I have one to get it strapped correctly but when I called they told me I can do it on my own just to make sure my heel is to the back. I wanted to go in to make sure I had the right boot as well. The one I have is shorter. I'd say it stops about mid calf. Would I need one that goes up to just below the knee or no? I broke both sides of my ankle and I got surgery to correct it with plates and screws. I'm at about 3 weeks post surgery and they took out my staples. Thanks in advance!
Hi Alexandria - sorry to hear about you breaking your ankle. If you are feeling any discomfort or pain while wearing this boot, to please call your doctor and get re-fitted for one that works. And remember, take your time with getting back into activities, because your ankle has to heal. Best wishes on a speedy recovery.
thanks so much :) I'm healing pretty well and I'm not trying to rush anything
Hello! I have a rupture of ligaments. Today I just released the walker. It is inflatable (it has two airbags on both sides). The problem I have is that when I put it I feel it a bit loose. Then I inflate both sides until I feel it subject, but then I feel it tightens the edema and hurts a little bit.
What I do is to inflate enought the good side (without edema) and inflate less the bad side (where the edema is).
On the other hand my heels can not touch the sole of the boot as the break will not allow me. It's normal, right?
regards and thanks for the video! ;)
+MrJeybach - we hope that you are feeling better. We recommend that you call your doctor to discuss any issues in regards to your Walking Boot.
Is it applicable for a tibial fracture?? After cast (non operative treatmrent)
It is typical to use a boot like this after having a cast on a broken leg. Typically you will use a boot like this after 6-10 weeks of casting for non operative treatment of a tibial fracture. Usually the boot is a good way to start weight-bearing and give stability for somebody that is just starting to walk after a broken leg. As fractures have different severity as well as all patients heal differently it is best to consult with your doctor if you have any questions.
I have plantar fasituis in my right foot and I want to know if a walking boot is my best bet cuz I can barely walk
+cortney gosselin Hi. We're sorry to hear that you are having plantar fasciitis in your right foot. We don't give health recommendations online. We do highly recommend that you schedule a doctor's visit to make sure that you have the right diagnosis and also have a treatment plan in place that suits your needs. Best of luck and I hope you get some relief soon.
I broke my Fibula and I had surgery a little over a week ago and I'm due a visit with my doctor. Do you think that I'll get a walking boot 3 weeks into my injury?
+Uber montity HI there. Sorry to hear about your broken Fibula. I would recommend talking with your doctor on how long you need to keep your #CAM/Walking Boot on. We know they are bulky and uncomfortable, but it does provide stabilization for your foot and ankle. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.
You won’t be walking for awhile. I was non-weight bearing for 10 weeks with that!!
Are these good for fractures?
My orthopedic surgeon recommended a boot for me since I avulsion fracture to my ankle. He said no need for surgery unless it doesn't heal correctly. So I'm wearing this boot. I bought mine on Amazon for $50 or else it would have been more $$had i bought it from the doctor.
You can sleep with it just loosen the straps a bit. I find if i don't wear it at night i might hurt my ankle more in my sleep.
I broke my right foot toe next to my pinky 4 days ago. I dropped a 25 lb plate on it. I had an xray and saw foot doctor. He said its fine to go back to working out doing squats and deadlifts and never mentioned the need for a boot. Is this good advise do you think i should use a boot? Thx!
Also he did tell me/showed me how to buddy tape all the toes together.
+Francis G Hi Francis. Please follow the advice of your doctor. If it doesn't get better, then please follow up with a phone call and discuss other options. We wish you a speedy recovery. Also, take it easy at the gym!
Are my toes supposed to hang over the edge of the liner? Or should the liner extend further? it feels like it is putting pressure right underneath my two fracture toes. And it is more painful than wearing nothing at all. I've talked to the podiatrist who got me the boot. But she said its fine. It doesn't feel right to me.
Hi Christopher - if you are experiencing pain you should call your Podiatrist and discuss further. The CAM/Walking boot is supposed to immobilize your foot and ankle, but you should not be in any extreme pain. We hope you have a speedy recovery.
Hi. Thanks for making this video. Very helpful. I'm a couple weeks post ORIF, still NWB, but in a boot. My foot does not want to get to 90 degrees so my heel hovers a cm or two above the base. Is there a good technique to push it snug safely or should I not be forcing it?
You should be forcing it because your foots regular postition is in 90 degrees so yea push it in their and after a few times of putting on the boot your foot should get used to being at a 90 degree angle and if it hurts alot get a friend or family member to push your foot up to 90 degree angle and also push your foot down this should help to keep your foot at its regular postition :)
George - while we don't recommend shoving or pushing your foot in the Walking Boot (CAM Walker) your foot should remain at a 90 degree angle to that your foot is flat and against the heel on the boot. It should fit snug and you should not be able to move it around.
Thanks for replying. I've been able to get it to 90 degrees/flat-mostly by manually dorsiflexing by pulling gently on the balls of my feet-but I've felt a bit of a strain in my arch and heel. I suspect the tendons etc are stretching as the level of discomfort has been lessening.
George - we are happy to hear this. Just as a helpful reminder, please check in with your doctor and report any level of discomfort you may have so that he/she is aware of your issues. Thanks again for commenting on this video.
Yes, thanks for the suggestion. She is aware and actually mentioned not to be overly concerned regarding 90 degrees as she is confident my ROM will return once I move to PWB and PT. Again, thanks for the useful primer video. There is a surprising dearth of informative instruction.
mine has a air pump..what's the correct way to pump air in my boot. I wasn't told how much air to pump..
+Manuel Hernandez - Hi Manuel - we recommend that you call your doctor to get the right answer to you and to make sure you walking boot is fitted correctly.
I'm using the short Cam boot and when I walk, the top of the boot is pushing on my shin bone at the end of my stride. When I loosen the velcro, it helps but then my boot isn't as stable. I put extra padding on my shin bone and that helps a bit. Is there a way around this or is it normal with a short boot?
+Deanna Bray sorry to hear that you are having some issues with your short boot. We recommend that you do call your physician to discuss this to make sure you were properly fitted with the boot. Good luck and we hope you have a speedy recovery.
Hi um I got my Achilles' tendon hit pretty hard and it hurts what should I do??
+AGLabrats Hi - we hope that you scheduled an appointment to gt your foot/ankle looked at after this injury.
Hello i do have a question i got a boot for my ankle a month ago and for some reason my boot keeps making so much noise with the velcro when i walk and it is becoming so annoying haha is there anyway to prevent that? please let me know thank you
Thank you OtraSelfie Entertainment for yoru question. We do not diagnose or give advice online. However, if you would like to make an appointment with our office, please feel free to call us at 602-938-3600 extension 1. Or if you are out of our area, we recommend that you call your doctor to talk about the noise associated with your boot. Thank you.
Are you suppose to be able to wiggle your toes in the boot?
Hi Mikayla - Your toes should be covered and there should be minimal movement.
Sole Foot and Ankle Specialists Thank you for answering, I have another question if you don't mind. My heel always feels like it moves upward and doesn't sit at the bottom. No matter how many times I adjust my foot and tighten the boot. Is the boot ill fitting? Or is it just because my foot is still very stiff and doesn't fit well at the moment.
No
Mikayla
Yes! I had an ER doctor fit me with a boot last night. The lower two Velcro straps are not to be too tight, so as to make it hard to wiggle your toes. However, the upper three Velcro straps should be snug but not too tight. Hope this helps.
i constantly sprain my ankle and my doctor always says the take time it's been over a year should I get a boot?
Jenna - we highly recommend that you follow your doctor's advice and that it does take time.
I had a sprained ankle then fell on it. It hurts a little when I apply pressure but the pain is extremely painful when I bend my ankle even at the slightest. Would it need a boot?
Hi - It might need a boot, however, we highly recommend that you see a Podiatrist as soon as you can. You want to makes sure that it is just a sprain. If you live in the Phoenix area, please contact our office to schedule an appointment. Best wishes for a speedy recovery!
Sole Foot and Ankle Specialists I live in England so it's hard to see a podiatrist so do you have any other advice?
Hi - Unfortunately we don't give out health advice on the internet. We do recommend that you see a health care practitioner in your area to get the proper diagnosis. Best wishes on a speedy recovery.
I had some foot surgery and I have to keep the boot on all the time and even sleep in it for 6 weeks after being in my cast for 6 weeks. Is it common for people to sleep in their walking boot? It doesn't seem very sanitary
+Sophia R - Hi Sophia. We hope you have a speedy recovery. We recommend that you discuss this with your doctor to make sure you are on the right plan for your foot. Best wishes and good luck!
Yes. I have to sleep in my boot. You can injure your foot while sleeping. Kicking around and such.
Sophia - we recommend that you follow your physician's advice so that you have a quick recovery.
I went to my orthopedic yesterday and they said I do I have plantar fasciitis. But I can barely walk and the doctor totally ignored that.
+cortney gosselin please get a second opinion with a podiatrist. If you live in the Phoenix area, you can call our office at 602-938-3600 to schedule an appointment. If you live in another state, please look for a podiatrist on this website - APMA - American Podiatric Medical Association - www.apma.org/ or ACFAS - American Foot and Ankle Surgeons - www.foothealthfacts.org/. Good luck.
it's real easy to put it on some one else, but not as easy if your over weight and got a BIG belly !!!
+Mark DiCicco Thank you for your comment.
+Sole Foot and Ankle Specialists interesting points ,if anyone else is searching for plantar fasciitis causes try Jadonite Plantar Treatment Buddy (just google it ) ? Ive heard some unbelievable things about it and my cousin got great success with it.
but i would like to say, your video by far is the best video instructions on how to put it on. also i couldn't find the video mentioning how to set in place the the liner, but i thing i figured that out to the best of my ability.
+Mark DiCicco thank you for your comment on our video. We tried to explain it as simple and as best as we could. We hope that you - or your loved one - has a speedy recovery. And if you have any more issues with your walking boot, please call your doctor as soon as you can to make sure you have the proper size.
Does this also work for low cam walkers or only high ones
Hi - it should work for both the low and high CAM/Walking boot.
Can I wear thin work office pants with the boot?
Hi Saray - I would try it out with your office pants. We realize that these boots are not "fashionable" or "trendy" but are needed for a full recovery in an injury. Wishing you the best in your recovery.
would this boot be good for a sprained anke
+Maya Sanacore Hi Maya - it might work. We recommend that you make an appointment with a doctor to have your ankle evaluated and put on a program.
ok thanks
I have a 5th metatarsal bone-displaced fracture. It’s been 4.5 weeks. I’ve had my boot for a week. I went to a follow up appointment with the podiatrist and I told them I was experiencing numbness on half of my inner big toe and the upper middle section. The podiatrist has never touched my foot in the two appointments. She said it maybe due to the boot but I don’t wear the boot unless I am walking. Could it be related to the injuries I sustained in my fall or improper use of the boot or neuropathy? I am not sure what questions to make this doctor really look at my injuries. We are only using x-rays.
Elise McKenna I've got that and I have Brocken my leg. 4 weeks today I did it. I'm starting to get feeling back in my toes now.
So I have a question. I went to the ER today and they told me they think I have planters fasciitis. The doctor told me the worst thing I could do is wear a boot. Is this correct? My mom has had this many times and has always had to wear a boot. Help please lol
Hi Ashlyn - we are sorry to hear about your foot issues. We recommend that you listen to what the ER doctor has recommended and also make an appointment with a Podiatrist to diagnose your issue. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
I'm scared to take my cast off😭
Do you only wear it at night
Hi Olivia - this is a CAM/Walking boot that you should wear during the day. We hope this helps.
Where should your toes be in the boot? My toes are showing be still not near the edge of the boot. Is this correct?
Good morning. Your toes should be partially covered by the boot. Your toes should be towards the edge of the boot.
Sole Foot and Ankle Specialists thank you so much! I ended up finding a smaller one and it fits perfectly.
Great news! Also, make sure to wear it for the duration of the time. We wish you a speedy recovery.
Sole Foot and Ankle Specialists in trying my best.... I take it off sometimes when I just relaxing at home... i get really sore from wearing it
What boot is this?
I received a cam boot for a 5th metatarsal fracture Or Jones fracture. The boot is extremely uncomfortable and have never had this with other boots with different fractures. This one is a short boot with a red pump. Maybe it is a less expensive boot? Which boot is this in the video and can I get it in a short style?
i think wrapping the liner around and then placing the foot into the cast will be a better way to do it .....
I twisted my ankle yesterday and it hurest bad today I thing I borke it.
Sylvia - sorry for the late response. We hope you sought out medical treatment for your ankle. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
hi I twsted my ankle today 2 seperit times.
Sylvia - if you live in the Phoenix area, please feel free to call our office at 602-938-3600 to schedule an appointment. We recommend that you do call and seek medical treatment for it.
I live in Kalispell, MT
Sole Foot and Ankle Specialists oh cool some other Arizonanas, but then again, PCH helped me 😎
I had a booth before and I'm only eight😲😵🤕
DME think gave me one too big I can't see my toes, that's cuz he asked my size, thinking he just wanted to sell
Hi there ... do I have to sleep with it ???
Hi Jorge - you don't have to sleep with it on. The purpose of the CAM Walking Boot is for you to be mobile during the day.
I really appreciate the answer ... I was wondering if could sleep without having this heavy boot on ...
You have a great day and thank you ... thumbs up !!!
Hi Jorge - I would check with your doctor to have your foot looked at and make sure you are on the right plan and care for your foot and ankle.
How do you make them less noisy? Lol
+Autumn Fisher We realize they can be noisy. Do you know that we have a video on here on how to walk with your CAM/Walking Boot? Here is the link - maybe that can help - ua-cam.com/video/4kGY4VBHqq8/v-deo.html. And also, please follow your doctor's directions so that your foot heals in a timely manner. Good luck!
I broke my toe but I haven’t gone to a doctor and btw i broke my big toe
My doctor wrote script for a boot but we have to buys it for 179.00 but I need one without buying it
+cortney gosselin We are just seeing your post for the first time and apologize. We hope you got your boot and your foot is healing.
+Sole Foot and Ankle Specialists I do have a boot and my foot is healing good. Doesn't hurt much anymore
cortney gosselin - glad you are wearing it and your foot is healing. It takes time and patience especially when it's your feet. Best wishes for a speedy recovery!
+Sole Foot and Ankle Specialists I have to wear it till the 18th
Just got my boot but on the plastic wrapping it came with it has a large L on the top right right of the label. So I assume it’s a left sided boot. The problem is that I injured my right foot. *sigh*
Sorry for the delay in our response. We hope that you called your health care provider to make sure you had the right boot dispensed for you. Wishing you a speedy recovery.
You said in this video to ask any questions but you're not willing to answer any. You should add a statement in the title that you aren't actually willing to answer any questions.
+sevendays we try to answer the basic questions, however, if there is an issue of discomfort or any pain associated with the boot, we highly recommend that you go back to your physician and make sure you are wearing a properly sized boot.
+Sole Foot and Ankle Specialists Your caption says "...how to put it on or know the proper way it should fit your foot and ankle". Yet even when someone asked about how much to inflate it, you told them to call their doctor, when inflating it is part of fitting it properly. Why would you post this video purporting to show the right way to wear a boot if you won't answer questions regarding the right way to wear a boot? Whatever legal action you're worried about exposing yourself to, you've already done it by filming this unsolicited advice about how to put on a CAM boot. I do not appreciate someone trying to get themselves free advertising under the guise of "wanting to help".
Can you drive a car if this thing is on your right foot?
These videos never have actual post injury patients so they don't account for the pain and discomfort a real patient requiring a boot like this experiences during the application of the device.
Hi Shonda - thank you for your response. These videos are meant to be informational only and to help in putting on the boot in the correct fashion. If any person experiences any discomfort or pain we recommend that they do contact their doctor in order to make sure the boot is on correctly. We also advise patients to contact their physician if there is extreme discomfort with wearing this boot.
I hate these damn boots.. i had one when i broke my lower leg and ankle.. heavy and uncomfy
+Ashy Husky - hi. We realize that they can be uncomfortable, but they also are excellent for stabilizing the foot and making sure you don't re-injure yourself. Hope you had/are having a speedy recovery.
Sole Foot and Ankle Specialists Thank you and yeah im better. the problem was it was heavy and no padding almost.. i hardly wore it but once my therapist came he made me wear it for weight.. but i still hate them