Can you walk to the bathroom in this splint?
1947027
You can, but have to walk stiff legged as it does not allow the ankle to bend, they have helped my Plantar Fasciiitis though. I have been wearing them for about 8 years now.
1947028
It is recommended that one not walk in the splints for safety reasons, but yes you can walk if you chose to do so.
1947029
No not really it's ok to sleep in it , winter time but in summer your feet get very hot
1947030
You could walk short distances wearing the brace but it is not easy or comfortable and I think it would eventually break.
148395
You have to raise the seat up and put it on the base of the toilet. My main bathroom has a rounded toilet seat and the master bathroom has an elongated seat, but that seat isn't as big as the ones I encountered at hotels, so it fit both types. I love this seat. It has saved my knee. I'm still using it, though my knee is better because I find I go better in the higher position.
158797
my sister, who I gave this to, just texted me back saying she is pretty much stuck in bed once this splint is on. Not comfortable to walk with it on. However, immediately after her 1st couple of nights use she had already noticed relief w/ those 1st few steps off the bed in the mornings. Having been afflicted myself before w/plantar I know those 1st few steps in the morning are the worst. She has now been using it for over a month religiously and it has really helped her with those very painful mornings. Hope this info helps.
1845325
I will go for NO. It's too big, but in an emergency, one could cut a piece and use it as finger splint.
2011903
Yes, you can use it in a bathroom. You just need to pay attention in the size because it isn't too small
1812183
It could be helpful, to roll your insole across. Another option would be the Homemedics foot massager which we purchased this year as well.It is nice, but a larger device and not so portable.
1272818
It didn't work for us. Tried to use with my daughter but it doesn't really fit in the different public bathrooms. And it pinched her leg one time.
475773
Yes. It can be removed easily and put back on, altho it really doesn't take up any bathroom space. It attaches to side of tub and doesn't protrude.
92966
Yes, that is how my Mom uses it. As other users have said, just check tightening before you get in. Also be sure the longer part is outside of the tub for added security.
413024
essentially, yes. The top "splint" is not linear and is flexible, but still provides stable support.
1104432
It does not have a splint. It's much more comfortable than the plastic versions.
535730
It is a night splint to wear while sleeping or resting. It has a thin rubber sole on the bottom so you can take a few steps in it, but it's not meant to be worn for walking any distance or outside. Hope this helps! :)
962614
Yes. You just pick it up and move it. Very easy. I remove mine every time I take a bath with no issues.
468628
Put a permanent bolted to the wall one close to where you exit. I put one in my toilet area wall to help. I have arthritis in my arms and hands and it helps to get up
1462277
Yes this the only way I can shower. I have a roll-in shower. I have MS. I can not stand or walk.
271889
I haven't worn mine for a while, but when I was wearing it, I always wore sandals (flip-flops, or what we called zories when I was growing up). I don't think you would be able to wear a conventional shoe while wearing this splint.
856007
I believe it would be very cumbersome in a standard tub. I believe there are smaller stools available.