We are revisiting our policy on not allowing walking boots in clinical areas.   The newer ortho boots have a hard covering and are skid resistant.  We always restricted use of the walking boot in our clinical areas but have found that other area healthcare organizations allow use of the boots that meet the safety criteria (skid resistant, covered toes, hard cover in front).

We would still evaluate on a case by case basis, but would like input from other healthcare organizations.   Thank you  JoAnn

JoAnn Shea, MS, APRN, COHN-S
Director, Team Member Health and Wellness Services
Tampa General Hospital

Cell: 813-789-3441
Office: 813-844-7692

FAX: 813-844-8144
jshea@tgh.org

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