Abstract: A therapeutic support device to prevent decubitus ulceration on the heel of the foot or to assist in the healing of a decubitus ulcer on the heel area comprising a resilient foot supporting body having a plurality of resilient, separable layers joined together in a stacked array by a pair of straps which can be adjusted in size and arranged crossed or in parallel for an individual foot, the straps holding the layers together and the support body to the foot itself. Each individual layer includes a central aperture such that the stacked array has a heel receiving central chamber. The top layer includes a cut out portion for receiving the Achilles' tendon area of the patient. The device supports the foot of a supine or side-lying patient, while allowing the skin area of the heel to be free from contact with the bed or any surrounding surface. The number of layers may be selected to adequately support a particular weight foot; the upper layer may be replaced periodically for hygenic purposes.

Abstract: A therapeutic support device to prevent decubitus ulceration on the heel of the foot or to assist in the healing of a decubitus ulcer on the heel area comprising a resilient foot supporting body having a plurality of resilient, separable layers joined together in a stacked array by a pair of straps which can be adjusted in size for an individual foot, the straps holding the layers together and the support body to the foot itself. Each individual layer includes a central aperture such that the stacked array has a heel receiving central chamber. The device supports the foot of a supine or side-laying patient, while allowing the skin area of the heel to be free from contact with the bed or any surrounding surface. The number of layers may be selected to adequately support a particular weight foot; the upper layer may be replaced periodically for hygenic purposes. The top surface of the upper layer has a pocketed contour for improving pressure distribution and comfort of the patient.