Walking Cast Heel OrthoHeel by OrthoTape
Searching for a discontinued BSN Medical or Essity walking cast heel? The BSN Adult, Child, Pedestal, and Cushioned Tread models are no longer manufactured. OrthoTape OrthoHeel styles provide currently available alternatives for professional application to short leg fiberglass or plaster casts.
BSN Essity Walking Cast Heels Have Been Discontinued
This page preserves model names and legacy SKUs so clinicians and patients can identify the discontinued product they previously used and compare it with an available OrthoHeel style. “Pedistal” and “Cushion Tread” are common searches for the BSN Pedestal and Cushioned Tread models.
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Available OrthoHeel Walking Cast Heel Styles
TerraHeel Black
Durable black rubber with a rugged tread pattern. A practical alternative for the discontinued BSN Adult or Cushioned Tread heel.
ComfortStep White
White rubber heel with a center groove and stable walking surface. An alternative to consider for BSN Adult, Child, or Cushion Tread searches. A clinician must confirm pediatric suitability.
RockerBase White
White rubber heel with a rocker-bottom profile. The closest OrthoHeel comparison for the discontinued BSN Pedestal walking cast heel.
Discontinued BSN Medical and Essity Reference Guide
| Legacy model | BSN SKU | Status | OrthoHeel alternative |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Walking Cast Heel | 7444900 | Discontinued | TerraHeel or ComfortStep |
| Child Pediatric Walking Cast Heel | 7444901 | Discontinued | Contact us, we can special order child size |
| Pedestal Walking Cast Heel | 7444902 | Discontinued | RockerBase |
| Cushioned Tread Walking Cast Heel | 7444903 | Discontinued | TerraHeel or ComfortStep |
Product Features
- Rubber walking surface applied directly to a short leg cast
- Compatible with fiberglass and plaster cast construction
- Three tread profiles for different clinical preferences
- Designed for application by trained medical professionals
- Bulk ordering available
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How to Apply a Walking Cast Heel
- Confirm the treatment plan. The clinician determines whether weight bearing is appropriate.
- Select and position the heel. Choose a style suited to the cast.
- Integrate it into the cast. A trained professional secures it during cast construction.
- Check stability and clearance. Confirm attachment and alignment.
- Follow weight-bearing instructions. Walk only as directed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does insurance cover a walking cast heel?
This product is HSA/FSA eligible. Insurance coverage varies by plan, so check your DME benefits.
Are BSN Essity walking cast heels discontinued?
Yes. The BSN Adult, Child, Pedestal, and Cushioned Tread heels have been discontinued. OrthoHeel styles are available alternatives.
What replaced the BSN Adult heel 7444900?
TerraHeel and ComfortStep are current adult walking cast heel alternatives.
Is the BSN Pedestal or Pedistal heel 7444902 discontinued?
Yes. RockerBase offers a rocker-bottom alternative.
What replaced BSN Cushion Tread 7444903?
TerraHeel and ComfortStep provide current alternatives.
Is the BSN Child heel 7444901 available?
The original is discontinued. Contact us about special-order child sizing.
Professional use notice: Walking cast heels are intended for application by trained medical professionals. Follow the treating clinician’s instructions.
