Brace Align Semi-Rigid Active Ankle Brace PDAC L1906 (2024)

FAQs

What is the problem with ankle brace? ›

Changes in gait and muscle atrophy

Prolonged use of ankle braces may lead to changes in your child's natural gait pattern and weaken the muscles surrounding the ankle joint. Weaker muscles increase their risk for repeat injuries.

What is the difference between an ankle brace and ankle support? Typically an ankle brace is considered a more rigid device. An ankle support is softer and has more mobility. The long-term wearing of an ankle brace will weaken your ankle.

How do you wear the rigid ankle braces properly? Make sure you place the ankle brace under the insole of your shoe with the logo facing out. See the fitting instructions demonstration videos for a precise and more comfortable fit.

If you have a severe ankle sprain, your doctor or physio may advise that you wear your brace all day during the first few weeks. In all other cases, ankle braces only have to be worn when you do an activity that is likely to twist or roll the ankle.

Ankle splints may be used for sprains, fractures, and dislocations. You may be able to walk with an ankle splint, but often not right away. After injuries such as sprains, fractures, and dislocations occur, they usually need time to heal before weight-bearing.

Use braces, compression, or supports should be for daytime use only. However, you can use an ankle wrap at night for extra support. Make sure the wrap stays loose enough for some movement and circulation. Do not wrap the foot as tight as you would in daytime use for more movement.

Rigid braces: Doctors often prescribe rigid braces to athletes or active people to help them recover from an ankle sprain or stress fracture. This type of ankle brace is made from hard plastic that extends up either side of the ankle and is secured with Velcro straps.

If you wear an orthosis or brace on your feet, ankles or knees, you need to wear some sort of sock underneath it. The sock protects your skin, keeps your skin dry and helps prevent blisters or sores. For the best protection, wear a sock that extends past the top of your brace.

If you have extreme chronic ankle instability along with associated weight bearing pain then the Ultra CTS is the best brace for you. The Ultra CTS provides maximum stabilization to your lower leg and ankle by helping to restrict excessive ankle turning or rolling and twisting that causes ankle instability.

You must always wear a shoe with your brace, because it is ineffective without one. The shoe should be sturdy and supportive; slippers, loafers, and some sandals may be inappropriate. Your brace may not fit all of your shoes but it can be modified to fit most casual shoes that are accommodating.

How long does it take to get used to an ankle brace? ›

Ultra Ankle braces normally take about two to four hours of athletic activity (or six to eight hours of casual wear) to become comfortable. If your brace is still uncomfortable after a a few hours of activity, please contact us.

You want to tighten it just enough to provide the support or compression you need. But you don't want to adjust it too tight where it cuts off your blood circulation or causes discomfort! If you experience increased pain and swelling while wearing an ankle brace contact your rehab specialist.

Ultra Ankle braces will fit either ankle when they are new, however once you start wearing them and they start forming to your ankle they become ankle specific and should continue to be worn on the same ankle. It is very important that mark the braces L or R (left or right) and always wear them on the same ankle.

While you are still able to run while wearing an ankle brace, the device keeps the foot properly aligned with every step that you take. It may take some time for you to adjust to the feeling of wearing an ankle brace while running but many runners are able to quickly become accustomed to braces.

Current research indicates ankle brace use in high school-aged athletes lowers the incidence of acute ankle injuries, but not the severity. Ankle braces are not shown to reduce the severity of ankle, knee or other lower extremity injuries.

Use braces, compression, or supports should be for daytime use only. However, you can use an ankle wrap at night for extra support. Make sure the wrap stays loose enough for some movement and circulation. Do not wrap the foot as tight as you would in daytime use for more movement.

To replace your ankle brace really depends on how active you are. If you play two to three seasons of sports a year—football in the winter and long-distance running in the summer—you should replace it once a year. If you're only occasionally active, you can use your brace for up to two years.

The tight-fitting supports also help to stabilise the ankle joint as well as the surrounding muscles, giving you a better sense of movement. Especially patients with lymphoedema or lipoedema benefit from compression at the ankles, since it reduces and prevents swelling.