Ankle braces help prevent or manage ankle injuries. Top podiatrists & therapists recommend wearing a support to avoid damage to your ankle if you have a condition such as chronic instability or recovering from post-surgery.
Ankle Braces Help Manage:
Ankle sprains: the most common cause of ankle pain, usually caused by twisting or rolling the ankle, which can stretch or tear the ligaments.
Fractures: a break in one of the bones that make up the ankle joint, which a sudden injury, overuse, or weak bones can cause.
Tendinitis: inflammation of the tendons that attach muscles to bones in the ankle, often caused by overuse or repetitive motion.
Nerve damage: damage to the nerves that run through the ankle and foot. Happens because of injury, infection, or a chronic condition such as diabetes.
Peripheral artery disease: a condition that narrows the arteries in the legs and feet, reducing blood flow, which causes pain and cramping.
The pneumatic liner of the MaxTrax Air Walker can be inflated or deflated to give the patient comfort during the healing process. The air chambers are adjustable and the pump is easy to use, making it ideal for post operative recovery & fracture management.