How much support to ankle. Does it improve blood flow
205049
it does not work at all very disappointed spent that kind of money Ill never buy any kind of ankle brace from Tommie copper again
205050
i had broke that ankle many years ago and as i have become older it has a tendency to crack alot the sleeve makes it feel better and not crack .i am also a large person and my ankle feels so much better . i have slept with it on at night and in the morning my ankle felt like new
205051
It doesn't support like an actual brace. The best way to describe it is like when you get hurt and you apply pressure to the injured area it helps relieve pain (?)....that's what it's like for me. I have an Achilles that "acts up" and it takes that discomfort away. And as far as blood flow....I am not sure. I let a friend try it out and they thought it gave more relief to their foot as well. Hope that helps.
205052
It gives minimal support to the ankle. I do find it improves circulation and reduces my pain and swelling.
1283072
Gives good support to your calf, not so much for you knee. It does keep everything warm. I use them when I officiate basketball. It helps my legs recover a lot faster. Since I have worn them this season I have not had any muscle pulls. Fingers crossed!
1738298
My vein problem was different. My cardiologist tried this to reduce edema from pooling blood in ankles, hoping to make the blood circulate better. It did make a slight difference in a couple weeks, but nothing remarkable.
655452
This is not a boot. It gives your ankle support with slight movement depending on how tight you wrap it. You can drive with this but with a boot you can't.
1966808
It does slightly massage an ankle but the entire unit is not worth the price, in my opinion. It does not go around the leg when it is swollen, so what's the point? My husband recently needed to use it so we tied it on with string since the velcro wouldn't match up and it helped a little. I suppose it is better than nothing but I've been massaging his legs and feet by hand and it's about the same. Remember, if you buy this, you cannot return it.
254787
It does, or can. Sizing would be important though. I have a size 12.5 foot and possibly larger than average ankle and compression was only moderate. Smaller size purchased would have given more compression.
624746
Yes, it can. However, these go up to 10lb each ankle. You can pull weights to keep it in the 1-5lb. range, but if 5lb. will be your maximum weight, then save by buying 5lb. max wights.
1270997
Honestly, I purchased one for my ankle. When my ankle swells, it gets a little snug and I sit down and rest. But, if I'm resting, it is so pain relieving and warm. Incredibrace has it's own website and you might want to go there (http://www.incrediwear.com). Their website says to measure two inches above the knee. I hope this helps. You probably can purchase for less at Amazon. Good luck if you decide to buy it. I love mine.
102662
Not at all! It has a little bit of pressure but doesn't cut off circulation.
236180
I am not sure I fully understand what you are asking. What I think you are saying is the active ankle for just one or a pair, the answer is it is just one. It works well if both your ankles are injured I suggest you buy two.
1889667
Without knowing all the details of your age, weight, physical health etc it's hard to say exactly. But if you are wearing shoes and have the table and ankle supports set/adjusted properly, you may just have weak ankles. When you are doing a complete inversion 100% of your body weight is being supported by your ankles. You may just have to work up to complete inversion before your ankles can support the weight.
296571
I did not find much support for plantar faciitis in this sock even in the arch where my pain was. Having said that, this is a very nice sock that I will use for aerobics since my pain is now gone. Regular exercise and icing is what solved my problem.
424571
All depends on your injury. If you need to wear one at all, it likely you need to wear it for any prolonged walking.My personal experience with severe ankle injury is that it should be worn more rather than less, combined with carefull excersise - with my Drs advice in mind: " Let pain and swelling be your guide"
1725184
I don't recommend it. it is not elastic enough to provide good compression therapy. I returned this item. Mueller ankle brace (which I bought at Wal-Mart) is a lot better, less bulky, a lot more comfortable.
569977
Hello Howard. I am not a physician, nor am I a professional physical therapy person. Therefore, I strongly suggest you discuss the swollen ankles problem with your doctor. He/she can make recommendations. I pray for your well-being.
589537
No it does not. The sleeve itself has no "give" to it and does not stretch, so it supports the ankle and holds it pretty tight. You don't get much movement of the ankle when the brace is all tightened up. No need for hard plastic.
1083023
This product can be used when you play sports, It gives added support to the ankle that is not provided by a pair of shoes.