Pro-Tec Athletics Gel Force Ankle Sleeve. Is it good support for achilles heel and can I use it for Zumba exercises?
1622489
I am not sure about the Achilles heel support. I bought it for my ankle and while it was very well made, comfortable and snug, it did not fill my need to support my ankle. I am sure you could do Zumba wearing it, but again not sure of the support for the heel...it could work. I did not keep mine as it was not enough support for my ankle ( I need support to keep from turning my ankle to the side as I broke it and it is weak) and it was too difficult to put on and off...needed 4 hands or 2 people! hope this helps a little. good luck.
1622490
As long as it's not too tight and your shoes fit. It is good for the Achilles and your heel. I only wear it at home because with the cold weather my thick socks and this will not fit in my boots.Chela
1622491
No- and I'm not really sold on the ankle support either. I had major heel surgery back in early Sep last year and still in rehab with more ankle and Achilles pain now than in my heel. I'm trying out the cheap products to avoid overspending on things that Tricare won't cover and I may not need down the road. I bought this product, hoping that some of the compression would help me out in the Achilles. It doesn't. The ankle gel foam would get 3 stars maybe 3.5 max. Also, I've noticed some pain in my plantar which I didn't have before. Of course, my situation is different than yours, but I hope this helps. No- and I'm not really sold on the ankle support either. I had major heel surgery back in early Sep last year and still in rehab with more ankle and Achilles pain now than in my heel. I'm trying out the cheap products to avoid overspending on things that Tricare won't cover and I may not need down the road. I bought this product, hoping that some of the compression would help me out in the Achilles. It doesn't. The ankle gel foam would get 3 stars maybe 3.5 max. Also, I've noticed some pain in my plantar which I didn't have before. Of course, my situation is different than yours, but I hope... » Read More No- and I'm not really sold on the ankle support either. I had major heel surgery back in early Sep last year and still in rehab with more ankle and Achilles pain now than in my heel. I'm trying out the cheap products to avoid overspending on things that Tricare won't cover and I may not need down the road. I bought this product, hoping that some of the compression would help me out in the Achilles. It doesn't. The ankle gel foam would get 3 stars maybe 3.5 max. Also, I've noticed some pain in my plantar which I didn't have before. Of course, my situation is different than yours, but I hope this helps. « Show Less
1622492
no. I do not suggest this item for the achilles. if ankle issue, yes. Def so. I bowl and run in mine.
1976111
My husband uses the nike belt when lifting weights. He says it helps support his back, stablizing spine while lifting.
1871985
I bought it for my mom, it is not designed for that & come in one size. It is not good, but she decided not to have me send it back, good support, but not for big swollen ankles. I suggest a good old ace bandage. Or see a doctor.
521591
I don't have Plantar fasciitis so I cannot help you with this. I DO have a bit of neuropathy and although there are times it is too strong of a massage, overall, it has been great for circulation and general loosening up of the muscles. I realize this is not your question but thought something in it might be of help.
1698601
I do use them for tennis. But then I have really expensive, supportive tennis shoes on, like asics gels on. My problem is more my knees, so with these it corrected the supination that I have, so my knees hurt less. The asics, and the prince T22's and the nike shoes I wear keep me from having ankle problems.
2206796
I use it every week for basketball for some extra support. Over a shirt it works great, sleeveless not so much. I recommend it tho
1003874
I use them for playing basketball when I tweaked my ankle. They provide good support, but I would not use them when looking for support only.
1466529
I actually sent it back and got a golds back brace which is softer and fully adjustable, I use it for gold tennis and walking so sure it could be used for running as well
1317658
I got the short sleeve v-neck and it works well with other clothing. I use I for my shoulder after surgery during physical therapy and it does lessen the pain, I am able to get through my hour sessions with minimum pain. I am thinking about a ankle brace as well.
1751966
The model for the sleeve you should purchase is TTW-SLG, or please click on the link for details http://www.amazon.com/Soleus-Air-TTW-SLG-Universal-Through-/dp/B00CC15XB6/ref=sr_1_6?m=A1L82Q7WQ6T5R3&s=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1385070186&sr=1-6&keywords=sleeve
1738692
The gel part actually touches your skin so I put on my sock first and then the metatarsal pad. For me If I put it on before my socks, it slid around too much. I got another kind from my podiatrist and the gel is covered with material so I put that kind under my sock.
973921
I can't say if it will solve your problem (although I've heard compression sleeves work for Shin Splints), but I doubt it will be too much compression (assuming you get the sizing right). I thought the compression was on the light side.
960511
Yes, I use it for stretching my feet. I have plantar fasciitis. It hurt to use at first, as it is hard material, but now I love it...esp when my arches ache from not wearing my shoe inserts.
1904234
If you are wearing the Gel Plantar Fasciitis Arch Sleeve it should be worn by it self. Insoles are typically used for arch support while the Gel Pad provides relief to the inflamed muscle on the bottom of the foot.
1017744
Not sure, most popular for Achilles/plantar fasciitis (BTW, Treat Your Own Achilles Tendinitis, The 5 Minute Plantar Fasciitis Solution helpful too)
1273225
Yes. These are good. You might want to go to a red wing shoe or Walgreen and try a pressure reading for the feet. Gels last only a few months then need replacing
296572
Since I don't suffer from PF, I can't say yes/no w any certainty; however, they do offer compression around the heel and lower ankle, so it *seems* to me like they would help.