# Canopy frame for feet **URL:** \ **Category:** Complementary Therapies\ **Created:** [April 20, 2015, 7:13am UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/canopy-frame-for-feet/1080 "2015-04-20T07:13:28Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 8\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Jon\_sparky](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex027/user_avatar/forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/jon_sparky/32/736_2.png) [@Jon\_sparky](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Jon_sparky)\ **Post date:** [April 20, 2015, 7:13am UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/canopy-frame-for-feet/1080/1 "2015-04-20T07:13:28Z")
Hi, Has anyone tried one of these, it is made to keep the covers off your feet and legs. I saw this once, but never tried one... [www.amazon.com/DMI-Blanket-Support-Adjustable-Silver/dp/B000BH9VNY](http://www.amazon.com/DMI-Blanket-Support-Adjustable-Silver/dp/B000BH9VNY) ---
**Author:** ![Nel](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex027/user_avatar/forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/nel/32/194_2.png) [@Nel](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Nel)\ **Post date:** [April 20, 2015, 10:19am UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/canopy-frame-for-feet/1080/2 "2015-04-20T10:19:13Z")
Hi Jon. I never saw this one as I made my own years ago because the ones I could buy didn’t protect enough of me! I can’t tolerate bedclothes from below my ribcage down to my feet. I just have a thin fleecy (infant sized) blanket over my shoulders. Made all the difference though I still have to add ice packs strapped to my calves to keep my feet/legs from flaring at night. ---
**Author:** ![Katriona](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex027/user_avatar/forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/katriona/32/665_2.png) [@Katriona](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Katriona)\ **Post date:** [April 20, 2015, 6:02pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/canopy-frame-for-feet/1080/3 "2015-04-20T18:02:25Z")
Yes I have used a leg frame. I was advised to use one following toe surgery and found it very useful. As a makeshift measure one can use a kitchen style chair. This protection keeps bed clothes away from the lower limbs. A sheet can be draped over the frame or chair to give a constant comfortable ambient temperature. The one I used was for one limb. Don't know if there is a double style to protect both limbs. ---
**Author:** ![sheltielife](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex027/user_avatar/forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/sheltielife/32/733_2.png) [@sheltielife](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/sheltielife)\ **Post date:** [April 20, 2015, 6:18pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/canopy-frame-for-feet/1080/4 "2015-04-20T18:18:51Z")
Looks good, but not for me as I have my ceiling fan going all night and it wouldn't get to me, I just move the covers out of the way. ---
**Author:** ![Jon\_sparky](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex027/user_avatar/forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/jon_sparky/32/736_2.png) [@Jon\_sparky](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Jon_sparky)\ **Post date:** [April 21, 2015, 12:56am UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/canopy-frame-for-feet/1080/5 "2015-04-21T00:56:18Z")
They should desngn one with a built in air conditioner! ---
**Author:** ![sheltielife](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex027/user_avatar/forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/sheltielife/32/733_2.png) [@sheltielife](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/sheltielife)\ **Post date:** [April 21, 2015, 1:07am UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/canopy-frame-for-feet/1080/6 "2015-04-21T01:07:23Z")
Well wouldn’t that be great! ---
**Author:** ![Seattlegirl](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex027/user_avatar/forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/seattlegirl/32/472_2.png) [@Seattlegirl](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Seattlegirl)\ **Post date:** [May 13, 2015, 8:49pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/canopy-frame-for-feet/1080/7 "2015-05-13T20:49:16Z")
The one suggested in the web address - blanket adjustable etc - works if you have just a sheet and very light blanket and only holds the covers out for a short distance and not very high off the bed. Look closely at the distances described for this item. I found it a a pharmacy/medical supply store and decided it would not work as it was not high enough or extend far enough onto the bed. What I do use is the Freedom Grip Handle - it is designed to be at the side of the bed to assist a person to get in and out of bed. It attaches to a board that goes under the mattress and is very sturdy. I have two of these at the end of the bed. They are 20 inches high and by themselves would not work so I have cardboard that is 42 inches high between the handles and at the end of the mattress. The top sheet attaches to the top of the cardboard - part of the cardboard folds over beyond the 42 inches - with alligator clamps or tape. This creates a high "tent" and a high air space for my feet and lower legs to stay cool. My blanket can also attach to the top of the cardboard. Cost of the Freedom Grips is about $50.00 (USD) each. Attaching the cardboard to the curve of the grip is done with cable ties and a small board on the back of the cardboard. This works for me. I first did this following foot surgery and since the surgery flared the EM, I have continued it. Maybe someone else can use this idea or modify it. Seattle Girl ---
**Author:** ![Nel](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex027/user_avatar/forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/nel/32/194_2.png) [@Nel](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/u/Nel)\ **Post date:** [May 13, 2015, 9:49pm UTC](https://forum.livingwitherythromelalgia.org/t/canopy-frame-for-feet/1080/8 "2015-05-13T21:49:10Z")
That sounds very innovative Seattlegirl. I made mine from a fire guard and extended it with the side of a child’s cot so that it comes up to my waist as I can’t bear any covers on my legs. Total cost £25, about $40 and worth its weight in gold.