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Best Ankle Supports for Sprains

23 January 2024

Putting weight on your sprained ankle is an essential part of the recovery process, but without an appropriate brace or support, it can also be extremely painful and present a risk of reinjury. From minor tweaks to full ligament tears, the amount of support needed will depend on your individual sprain and level of activity. With full boots for maximum protection, to adjustable fabric supports ideal for exercise, our Best Ankle Supports for Sprains has something for you.

We can't direct you to the best support unless we know exactly what you're looking for. To help, we've broken down our top selections into a few key sections:


Best Lightweight Ankle Support for Sprains

Our Winner: MedSpec ASO Stabilising Ankle Support for Sprains

If you're eager to get back on the track, the MedSpec ASO Stabilising Ankle Support for Sprains is a great way to resume your favourite activities without the risk of reinjury. Unlike braces and supports with rigid and bulky designs, the MedSpec has a discreet design, and uses figure-of-eight straps that rest above the malleoli (bony protrusions on the inner and outer ankle) to prevent dangerous inversion or eversion of the ankle.

MedSpec ASO Stabilising Ankle Support for Sprains

MedSpec ASO Stabilising Ankle Support for Sprains

  • Ankle support for great rollover protection without rigid stays
  • Ideal for preventing sprains or recovering from instability
  • Lace and strap closures for support and easy application
  • Suitable for either the left or the right foot
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£44.99
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Final Word from the Experts: Combining comprehensive support with a light and low-profile design, the MedSpec ASO Brace is an excellent choice for athletes of all levels who want to remain active following an ankle sprain. Its breathable material with an elastic cuff allow you to remain comfortable and move with ease, while its compressive strapping system applies compression to alleviate any lingering pain.

Not the Best For...

 Preventing ankle rollover (see our solution...)


Best Sports Ankle Support for Sprains

Our Winner: Aircast A60 Ankle Brace

Looking to get back on the pitch following an ankle sprain? Putting you at the top of your game is the Aircast A60 Ankle Brace, designed to help lower the risk of reinjury and prevent ankle rollover in the final stages of your recovery. It's crafted with a discreet plastic stabiliser, which angles your foot at 60° to mimic where it would be during physical activity. For your convenience, it boasts a simple design, fitting easily into trainers and football boots for support on the go.

Aircast A60 Ankle Brace

Aircast A60 Ankle Brace

  • Prevents rollover and ankle sprains with a plastic stabiliser
  • Designed for professional and amateur athletes alike
  • Comfortable to wear in almost any trainer or shoe
  • Also available in white
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£29.99
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Final Word from the Experts: A customer favourite, the Aircast A60 offers high-quality support during the latter stages of your recovery from ankle sprains. Combining contoured stabilisers with a breathable, low-profile design, this brace presents an option for recovering athletes who wish to remain active without disrupting the healing process.

Not the Best For...

 Severe ankle sprains (see our solution...)


Best Ankle Support for Severe Sprains

Our Winner: Aircast Air-Stirrup Universe Ankle Brace

The pain that results from an ankle sprain can be debilitating, making the need for immediate relief much greater. Suitable for grade one, two and three ankle sprains, the Aircast Air-Stirrup Universe Ankle Brace uses an innovative Duplex aircell technology, which gently compresses the ankle to reduce swelling and inflammation. Free of latex, this ankle brace provides the support you need without compromising your comfort.

Aircast Air-Stirrup Universe Ankle Brace

Aircast Air-Stirrup Universe Ankle Brace

  • Reduces swelling and pain following an ankle sprains
  • Designed to get you back on your feet following ankle injury
  • Assists with rehabilitation for functional recovery 
  • Quick and easy to apply with no measurements required
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£33.99
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Final Word from the Experts: While the Aircast Air-Stirrup is an excellent choice for use with an existing sprain, it still encourages ambulation such as light walking to ensure you can remain somewhat active as you recover. It's also free of latex, helping to prevent skin irritation for long-lasting comfort.

Not the Best For...

 Children with sprained ankles (see our solution...)


Best Children's Ankle Support for Sprains

Our Winner: Actimove KIDS Ankle Support Sleeve for Children

Injuries can feel like the end of the world to your little one, but the Actimove KIDS Ankle Support Sleeve for Children can encourage them to remain active throughout their recovery. With no straps, buckles or laces, this slip-on sleeve can be easily applied, mimicking the shape and feel of a sock for comfortable wear. It applies gentle and consistent compression around the ankle, soothing pain caused by swelling and inflammation.

Actimove KIDS Ankle Support Sleeve for Children

Actimove KIDS Ankle Support Sleeve for Children

  • Ankle support for kids to provide relief from pain and swelling
  • Ideal for swelling, mild sprains, weak ankles and acute injuries
  • Provides compression and warmth that work together to relieve pain
  • Available in two sizes to suit children aged 6 to 15
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£12.99
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Final Word from the Experts: Prioritising the comfort of your child during their recovery, the Actimove KIDS Sleeve has a perforated design and uses a moisture-wicking COOLMAX AIR material to encourage constant airflow between the skin and the ankle support. This breathable design, coupled with a neoprene- and latex-free fabric, ensures your child stays comfortable and protected as they heal from an ankle sprain.

Not the Best For...

 Laced ankle supports for sprains (see our solution...)


Best Lace-Up Ankle Support for Sprains

Our Winner: Ossur Formfit Lace-Up Ankle Brace

Offering 20 - 35% more support than traditional ankle stirrups, the Ossur Formfit Lace-Up Ankle Brace is a superior ankle support option following an ankle sprain. Its hybrid design combines the rigidity of an ankle stirrup with the softness of a traditional compression brace, helping to prevent harmful inversion and eversion of the ankle without compromising your comfort.

Final Word from the Expert: The Ossur Formfit's lace-up design is highly intentional, as its close-fitting construction applies a high level of compression to swollen regions, providing a good level of pain relief. Designed for use over extended periods, this brace is manufactured with a breathable material and has a low-profile design for easy fitting inside most kinds of footwear.

Not the Best For...

 Lace-free ankle supports (see our solution...)


Best Pull-On Ankle Support for Sprains

Our Winner: Neo G Airflow Sports Ankle Support Sleeve

The Neo G Airflow Sports Ankle Support Sleeve offers a simple solution to managing ankle sprains, with a sock-like construction for unobstructive yet effective protection. Fitting snugly around the foot and ankle, the sleeve provides multi-zone compression, helping to alleviate pain and discomfort as you recover. With an ambidextrous design, the Airflow Sleeve can conveniently be worn on either foot for support as and when you need it.

Neo G Airflow Sports Ankle Support Sleeve

Neo G Airflow Sports Ankle Support Sleeve

  • Thin, lightweight and flexible ankle support sleave 
  • Helps strains, sprains, instability, arthritis and more
  • Multi Zone Compression for comfort and even bracing
  • Breathable fabric helps control moisture for excellent comfort
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£15.98
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Final Word from the Expert: Leaving little room for discomfort during your recovery, the Neo G Airflow is crafted with a moisture-wicking fabric, and has a slim design for breathability and support without the added bulk other ankle supports may have.

Not the Best For...

 Restricting rotational movement (see our solution...)


Get Back On Your Feet!

Recovering from an ankle sprain doesn't have to render you completely immobile, and this range of ankle supports and braces ensure you can return to your favourite activities without the risk of reinjury. Available in different styles and offering varying levels of support, you're sure to find the ankle support to carry you through your recovery process from sprains. If you're still unsure and would like to explore our other options, have a look at our entire range of ankle supports for sprains.