Aircast AirLift PTTD Ankle Brace

Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD), otherwise known as adult-acquired flat foot, can cause pain, swelling and even arthritis in the foot. This tends to reduce your mobility, making it difficult to perform daily activities as you usually would, so it's vital that you provide proper stabilisation and support to the area. The Aircast AirLift PTTD Ankle Brace is designed to be used as part of a conservative treatment to prevent the condition from worsening, or else following a surgery and during rehabilitation.

What's Included with the Aircast PTTD Brace?

This PTTD Brace includes everything you need to use it straight out of the box. This includes:

• 1 x AirLift PTTD Brace

Who Can Make Gains Using the Aircast AirLift PTTD Brace?

In athletes, untreated PTTD can limit your ability to walk, run, or perform other normal activities. When early symptoms of PTTD are present, using the AirLift PTTD Ankle Brace can help to reduce the need for surgery at a later date. Alternatively, the AirLift can be used as a post-operative tool, helping to expedite your rehabilitation and get you back to your active lifestyle. The PTTD Ankle Brace is designed to protect and stabilise your foot for a range of conditions. This includes the following:

• Adult-acquired flat foot
• Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (stage one and early stage two)
• Post-operative use
• Rehabilitation

Features and Benefits of the AirLift PTTD Brace

• Can be used for conservative treatment or post-surgical use
• Adjustable arch aircell using the integrated inflation button
• Provides you with a more natural foot position
• Helps align the ankle and support your foot
• Anatomically-designed semi-rigid shells for secure ankle stability
• Step-in design and simple two strap application facilitates easy application

Sizing of the Aircast Flat Foot Brace

Available in three different sizes, the AirLift PTTD Ankle Brace provides you with a tailored fit. To find out which size you require, please consult the table below.

How to Get the Most Comfortable Fit

• The Aircast AirLift is designed primarily for wear with trainers
• Loosening the tightness of your laces slightly can drastically improve comfort
• Wearing with loose fitting shoes is the best way to get a really comfortable fit
• Ensuring the "mouth" of your shoe isn't too tight maximises room for your brace

AirLift Integrated Aircell

Designed with an AirLift aircell that's located under the foot arch, the AirLift PTTD Ankle Brace is adjustable using the integrated blue inflation button When inflated, the aircell can accommodate variances in arch shapes or height and comfortably lifts the foot arch to achieve a more natural foot position. The aircell can even be inflated while you wear shoes for easy adjustment. 

How Do I Adjust the Aircell Compression?

To adjust the compression of the aircell, simply press the blue inflation button as shown in the image below. Continue to inflate until the brace is snug, but still comfortable. In case of over-inflation, the aircell can be deflated by pressing the silver button located beside the blue button.

Is the Aircast PTTD Brace Suitable for Lateral Sprains?

The PTTD brace provides mild stability and ligament support as a secondary feature, making it suitable for use with minor ankle injuries. The brace is primarily designed to help with posterior tibial tendon dysfunction.

If you require an ankle support with no other requirements, we recommend purchasing the AirCast A60 or the AirCast Airsport.

Easy Application and Adjustment

The Aircast AirLift Ankle Brace is designed for easy application and adjustment. The brace uses an innovative rear entry design which allows you to slip your foot into the back of the brace.

Two straps secure the brace and can be used to adjust the fit of the support. These patient-friendly elements make the AirLift easier to apply than custom braces and eliminate time-consuming lacing. This helps improve the likelihood that you will wear the brace.