A medical walking boot, also called a CAM walker, fracture boot, or orthopedic boot, is a specialized device that protects your foot and ankle while allowing controlled mobility during recovery. Walking boots replace traditional plaster casts for many lower extremity injuries, offering adjustability, removability, and better swelling management.
Walking boots are prescribed by orthopedic surgeons, podiatrists, and other healthcare providers for conditions ranging from stable fractures and severe sprains to post-surgical immobilization. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) recognizes immobilization as essential for fracture healing, and modern walking boots provide that immobilization while keeping you mobile.