Össur Formfit Heel Spur Night Splint

Night Splint for Plantar Fasciitis and Achilles Tendon Pain

This prefabricated ankle-foot orthosis is designed for use at night as part of the conservative treatment of plantar fasciitis (heel spur complaints) and Achilles tendon problems. The night splint holds the foot in slight dorsiflexion, keeping the plantar fascia underneath the foot and the Achilles tendon gently stretched for a prolonged period.

The night splint is supplied as standard with an additional wedge. This can be used to increase the stretch applied to the plantar fascia underneath the foot. This may be particularly helpful for heel spur and plantar fasciitis complaints.

For support during the day, the night splint can be combined with (soft) insoles.

Please note: this plantar fasciitis night splint can be worn on either the left or right foot.

How do you use the plantar fasciitis night splint?

For optimal use, it is recommended to wear the night splint every night for several weeks. When putting it on, adjust the splint so that you feel a noticeable but comfortable stretch underneath the foot.

In consultation with our physiotherapists, we have also prepared several exercises that can be used for heel pain and plantar fasciitis. You can download them here.

How does the night splint work?

The night splint comfortably holds the foot in a controlled degree of dorsiflexion. This is the position in which the foot and toes are brought towards the shin.

This creates a gentle, prolonged stretch of the soft tissues of the plantar fascia and Achilles tendon. This is also known as Low Load Prolonged Stretch (LLPS).

During the night, the plantar fascia and Achilles tendon naturally tend to remain in a shortened position. By holding the foot in a gently stretched position, the night splint can help limit this shortening.

Indications for the plantar fasciitis night splint

• Plantar fasciitis
• Heel spur complaints
• Achilles tendon complaints
• Limited ankle dorsiflexion

Features and benefits of the Össur night splint

• Individually adjustable foot position
• Suitable for either the left or right foot
• Support across the entire sole of the foot
• Additional wedge for increased plantar fascia stretch
• Comfortable support during the night
• Designed for prolonged, controlled stretching

Additional accessories

For additional support during the day, the night splint can be combined with:

• Gel heel cups for heel pain
• Insoles for plantar fasciitis

How to choose the correct size

The size of this night splint is determined by your shoe size. Compare your usual shoe size with the size chart on this page to select the correct size.

Specifications

• Brand Össur
• Article number Ossur FormFit Hielspoor Nachtspalk
• Color Black
• Support classification 3
• Side Universal
• Size S, M, L

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Manuals

• Össur Formfit Heel Spur Night Splint Manual