Heeler, The (Model 53011)

The Heeler, model 53011, is an inflatable pillow designed to reduce pressure sores and skin breakdown associated with long periods of bed rest. Use of the unit may help to decrease pain by eliminating presure points, improving venous return from an extremity, and decreasing pain in the extremity as edema diminishes. The unit may be used to protect injured feet, ankles, lower legs or knees, hands, arms, and elbows. It may also be used as a cast protector. The Heeler consists of a rectangular pouch which may be filled by mouth or pump, with vinyl on the outer side and synthetic sheepskin on the inner side.