Are you wearing a walking boot, walking cast or orthopaedic walker and finding that you walk unevenly? The thick sole of a medical walking boot often creates a temporary leg length difference. This can place additional strain on your hips, knees and lower back. OPED develops innovative orthopaedic products designed to support mobility and comfort during recovery from injuries and surgery. With the OPED EVENup Shoe Lift, you can help compensate for the height difference between your legs, allowing you to walk more comfortably and evenly.
At ProBrace, you will find the OPED EVENup Shoe Lift, an adjustable shoe leveller worn over your regular footwear. We also offer the Valife OPED Rain Cover for VACOped, which helps protect your orthopaedic walking boot or cast from rain, moisture and dirt. These practical accessories can make everyday activities more comfortable while wearing a medical walker or orthosis.
Are you wearing a walking boot or walking cast and noticing that one leg feels longer than the other? The OPED EVENup Shoe Lift is designed to compensate for this temporary height difference. The shoe lift is worn over the shoe on your unaffected leg, raising it to better match the height of your orthopaedic walking boot.
By reducing the difference in height between your legs, the EVENup can help you achieve a more balanced walking pattern and potentially reduce uneven strain on your hips, knees and lower back. This can be particularly beneficial when you need to wear a medical walking boot for several weeks, for example after an ankle fracture, Achilles tendon rupture or foot surgery.
The EVENup Shoe Lift offers three adjustable heights: 1.5 cm, 1.9 cm and 2.8 cm. This allows you to adjust the lift to suit the sole height of your walking boot. It is available in three sizes and can be worn on either the left or right shoe.
Do you wear a VACOped orthosis, walking boot or walking cast and want to protect it from getting wet or dirty outdoors? The Valife OPED VACOped Rain Cover is designed to protect your orthopaedic device from rain, splashing water and dirt.
The protective cover fits over the walking boot or cast and features a sewn-in sole. This helps the cover stay in place during walking while protecting the underside of your orthopaedic device from moisture, mud and dirt.
The Valife rain cover is lightweight, reusable and available in different sizes. It is suitable for VACOped, VACOCast and comparable walking orthoses. Please note that this protective cover is intended for outdoor use in wet weather and is not suitable for showering, bathing or complete immersion in water.
Are you looking for a more affordable alternative to the standard EVENup Shoe Lift? At ProBrace, the OPED EVENup Shoe Lift (Second Chance) may also be available at a reduced price.
A Second Chance product is an item that has been inspected by ProBrace before being offered for sale again. It is technically in good condition but may have minor signs of use or damaged packaging. Available sizes and stock may vary, so check the product page for the current condition and availability.
An orthopaedic walking boot or medical walker usually has a relatively thick, rigid sole. This sole helps protect and support the injured foot or ankle, but it also raises the affected leg when standing and walking.
If you wear a regular shoe on your other foot, this creates a temporary difference in height between your legs. Your body naturally attempts to compensate for this difference. As a result, you may develop an uneven walking pattern, pelvic tilt or additional strain on your knees, hips and lower back.
The OPED EVENup raises the shoe on your unaffected leg, helping to reduce the height difference. This may contribute to a more natural walking pattern and greater comfort during rehabilitation.
A temporary leg length difference can cause your pelvis to tilt while walking. This may place additional strain on the muscles surrounding your hips and lower back. When you need to wear a walking boot for several weeks, this uneven loading can become increasingly uncomfortable.
By raising the shoe on your unaffected leg, the EVENup helps compensate for the height difference. This means your body may need to make fewer adjustments while walking, potentially reducing uneven loading of the hips, knees and lower back.
Following an ankle fracture, foot surgery or another lower-limb injury, you may need to wear an orthopaedic walking boot during recovery. Once your treatment plan allows you to walk, the height difference between your walking boot and regular shoe may make everyday movement uncomfortable.
The EVENup can help reduce this difference, making activities such as walking around the house, shopping or covering short distances outdoors more comfortable.
Following a torn Achilles tendon, an orthopaedic walking boot is often used during rehabilitation. Depending on the treatment, your foot may need to remain in a particular position while the tendon heals. This can make the sole of your walking boot considerably higher than your regular shoe.
The OPED EVENup helps compensate for this difference when walking is permitted under your rehabilitation programme. The shoe lift does not alter the position of your injured foot or the support provided by your walking boot.
The OPED products available at ProBrace are particularly suitable for people who temporarily need to wear an orthopaedic walking boot, medical walker or walking cast. Depending on the product, they may be useful in the following situations:
The EVENup Shoe Lift and Valife Rain Cover serve different purposes. The EVENup is designed to reduce the height difference between your legs when walking, while the rain cover protects your orthopaedic device from wet weather and dirt. Both products can make everyday life with a walking boot more practical.
The OPED EVENup Shoe Lift is available in three sizes: Small, Medium and Large. The correct size depends on the size of the shoe over which you intend to wear the lift.
The shoe lift is designed to fit over your existing footwear. Always check the size chart and fitting instructions on the product page before ordering. You should also select the appropriate height based on the difference between the sole of your walking boot and your regular shoe.
The EVENup can be adjusted to heights of 1.5 cm, 1.9 cm or 2.8 cm. Choosing the highest setting is not necessarily better. The aim is to compensate for the height difference as accurately as possible, helping you walk comfortably and with greater stability.
At ProBrace, you will find practical OPED products designed to make everyday life with an orthopaedic walking boot more comfortable. The EVENup Shoe Lift helps compensate for temporary leg length differences, while the Valife Rain Cover protects your VACOped orthosis or walking cast from rain and dirt.
Correct sizing and proper use are important for both comfort and safety. If you are wearing a walking boot and have been instructed not to place weight on your injured foot, always follow the prescribed weight-bearing restrictions. A shoe lift does not change these restrictions.
Unsure which size or height of the OPED EVENup is suitable for your situation? Explore the detailed product information or contact the specialists at ProBrace. We are happy to help you choose the right orthopaedic support.
What is the OPED EVENup Shoe Lift used for? +
The OPED EVENup Shoe Lift is designed to compensate for a temporary leg length difference when wearing an orthopaedic walking boot, walking cast or medical walker. The thick sole of a walking boot often makes the injured leg higher than the other leg. The EVENup raises your regular shoe, helping to reduce this height difference. This may improve your walking pattern and reduce additional strain on your hips, knees and lower back.
Can the OPED EVENup help reduce back and hip pain caused by a walking boot? +
Yes, the OPED EVENup may help reduce back and hip discomfort caused by walking unevenly while wearing an orthopaedic walking boot. The shoe lift compensates for part of the height difference between your walking boot and regular shoe. This means your body may need to make fewer adjustments when walking, potentially improving your gait and reducing uneven strain on your hips, knees and lower back.
What height OPED EVENup Shoe Lift do I need? +
The OPED EVENup Shoe Lift offers three adjustable heights: 1.5 cm, 1.9 cm and 2.8 cm. The most suitable height depends on the difference between the sole of your walking boot and your regular shoe. The aim is to achieve a more balanced walking pattern by reducing the height difference between your legs. Choosing the highest setting is not necessarily better. Select the height that provides the most stable and comfortable walking experience.
Can I use the OPED EVENup after an ankle fracture or Achilles tendon rupture? +
Yes, the OPED EVENup can be used during recovery from an ankle fracture, Achilles tendon rupture or foot surgery when you are wearing an orthopaedic walking boot or walking cast. The shoe lift is worn over the shoe on your unaffected leg and helps compensate for the height difference caused by the walking boot. You should only use the EVENup while walking if your rehabilitation programme allows you to place weight on your injured leg.
Is the Valife OPED Rain Cover suitable for showering? +
No, the Valife OPED Rain Cover is not designed for showering or bathing. It is intended to protect a VACOped orthosis, walking boot or walking cast from rain, splashing water and dirt during outdoor activities. The reusable cover features a sewn-in sole and is available in different sizes. For showering, you will need a separate waterproof shower cover specifically designed for your orthopaedic device or cast.
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