Q. What are heel protectors used for?

The usage of a heel protector can help avoid treat and manage pressure ulcers on the heel. It's important that the feet don't sink into the mattress at the heel. During treatments that need the patient to lie supine the heels can be safely protected by using heel protectors. This in turn aids in maintaining the optimal posture for the patient's feet and legs throughout surgery lowering the likelihood of any discomfort to the patient's heels. Pressure is taken off the bony prominence of the heel and distributed over a greater area of the lower leg with the help of heel protectors considerably minimizing the likelihood of a pressure injury.