Thetis Medical Achilles Tendon RUPTURE Night Splint, ONLY for COMPLETE Achilles tear - BEFORE PURCHASE: 1. Select SIZE & SIDE 2. Check with PROFESSIONAL (Small, Right)

Endlich wieder nachts schlafen. Die Schiene ist leicht, gut gepolstert und lässt wieder Luft an den Fuß. Sie liegt gut an und hält den Fuß in Position.Warum gibt es die nicht hier in den Sanitätshäusern? Nicht mal ein Hinweis darauf! Bin im Internet darauf gestoßen und hätte sie gerne von Anfang an gehabt. Welch eine Erleichterung.

I read the reviews for the night splint but nn one said much about foot size or leg length. As I am a size 3.5 (36) UK size feet and only 5 feet tall (short legs) I was rather undecided whether the small would fit as it is advertised smaller than a size 8 which is a lot bigger than I am. As you will see from the photo it fits perfectly and keeps my ruptured Achilles in place while I sleep. This is a great step forward (sorry about the pun) as although I had found a way of sleeping with my boot on, this works much better. It’s lighter for a start and keeps my foot supported at the right angle. The splint sits in place with the straps done up and they don’t need to be too tight to keep it secure. I wear an ankle support under it as my foot gets cold and this also seems to help keep it secure. I’m not sure about the size 8 cut off for sizing though, as I think someone with a longer leg, and bigger foot than me might need the large to get the ankle strap in the right place. You must not use the splint to weight-bear so I only use it for sleeping or resting. As a doctor and psychologist I’ve found my ruptured Achilles incredibly frustrating so having the splint offers a bit of comfort in miserable circumstances. The price reflects the special nature of the product, though I recognise that not everyone is as fortunate as I am and maybe totally reliant on NHS-provided aids. I found the splint through the Achilles rupture e book by Matthew Solan and if you are looking for good info on this injury the e book is definitely worth a read. If you are reading this because like me you have ruptured your Achilles I empathise and wish you well with your recovery. Please do follow your doctor’s instructions to get it soonest mended.

I didn't get in the beginning, but after Dr. extended use of boot. I didn't like it, found it uncomfortable, but maybe would've gotten use to it to sleep @ nite. Still gotta put the boot on when you go to the BR in the middle of the night, so f you get up alot.....i got my boot off a wk later & returned, but I do see ow this could work for some.

This was exactly what I was looking for: something to keep my foot pointed down while I slept so I wouldn’t have to wear the boot. This did that, and it’s well-made. Unfortunately, part of the strap that anchors onto the heel rubbed against where my Achilles tendon was trying to heal and caused a bit of pain, so I returned this product. YMMV.

I have a ruptured Achilles and needed something to use at night instead of my boot. This splint gives just enough support while I sleep, is lightweight and let’s my skin breathe. You cannot put any weight on your foot (always kept my boot within hands reach) while wearing this so keep that in mind. I also advise not strapping it too tightly. I would have given it 5 stars but I feel the price is high.