PTB BOOT

The Bledsoe PTB (Patella Tendon Bearing) Boot is designed as a flexible and attractive alternative to casting for the mid-tibia or fibula to mid-foot area while providing patella tendon bearing support. The Bledsoe EZ Set PTB Boot (see left) is designed for range of motion from 20° of dorsi-flexion to 40° of plantar-flexion in 10° increments.

Feature

  Winged tibia plate is pre-formed to fit the tibia and support patellar tendon bearing

  Aluminum boot shell and upright system that unlike plastic boots, can be reformed to fit virtually any leg or ankle shape

  Offers superior support without casting complications

  Unique rocker design allows patients to closely simulate a near normal gait without abnormal loads on any joints

  Contains 3 layers of pads that contour to the ankle shape and support the ankle for total control

Indication

Indicated for treatment of stable or internally fixed fractures or fractures with bridging callous of the middle to distal tibia or fibula when partial patellar tendon bearing is desired.

Contraindication

This device is contraindicated for unstable fractures or for fractures of the proximal tibia or fibula. The Bledsoe EZ-Set Hinge used on any Bledsoe Walking Boot is contra-indicated for unstable fractures or for fractures of the proximal tibia or fibula and is also contraindicated for use during weight bearing in a plantar flexed position for Achilles tendon injuries or repairs. When fixed or locked in any degree of plantar flexion, all Bledsoe hinged boots should be used non-weight bearing only.