Measuring for the XeroSox®

1) Measure Limb Circumference

Arm: Measure the circumference of the arm about two inches above (proximal to) the cast or bandage. If the end of the cast is very close to the elbow, measure mid upper arm (bicep).

Do not measure around the cast, but around the bare arm or leg as in the photo.

Leg: Measure the circumference of the leg just above the cast or bandage. If the end of the cast is very close to the knee, measure mid thigh.

 

2) Measure Length

Arm: Measure from the tip of the middle finger to where the circumference was measured (in step 1).

Leg: Measure from the back of the heel to where the circumference was measured. For younger children the full arm and full leg XeroSox® offer the best fit; measure from their mid bicep or mid thigh. Don't worry if the XeroSox® is longer than it needs to be. Move the extra length to the middle of the limb, the excess material will just shrink in on itself when the vacuum is created.

3) Use Size Charts

Using the size charts select the XeroSox® size that is right for you or your patient.

The circumference is more important than the length because it is critical for a good seal.

*Note the half arms and half legs are not normally used for children. Pediatric patients almost always use full arm or leg XeroSox®.








Arm Sizes
      
Model Name
Model #
Arm Circumference
Length
X-Small Arm
FA-12
6 -7 in
15 in
Small Arm
FA-14
7 - 9 in
21 in
Medium Arm
FA-16
9 - 10 in 
26 in
Large Arm
FA-18
10 in and up
28½ in
Small Half Arm
HA-13
7½ - 9½ in
16½ in
Large Half Arm
HA-15
9½ in and up
18½ in

The circumference measurement is very important for proper sizing, excess length is not a problem.

 

Leg Sizes
Model Name
Model #
Leg Circumference
Length
X-Small Leg
FL-12
7½ - 11 in
19 in
Small Leg
FL-14
14 - 16½  in
29 in
Medium Leg
FL-16
16½ - 21 in
33 in 
Large Leg
FL-18
21 in and up
37 in
Sm. Half Leg
HL-13
10 - 13 in
21 in
Lg. Half Leg
HL-15
13 in and up 
23½ in 

The circumference measurement is very important for proper sizing, excess length is not a problem.