Push Med Ankle Instability Brace
The Push Med Ankle Instability Brace is a versatile solution for treating and preventing ankle injuries. Its rigid silicone shell and integrated heel-lock hold the ankle in place to ensure proper alignment, while its combined elastic and non-elastic straps enable users to tailor the level of compression and pressure placed on the ankle, for accurate and comfortable treatment. With a user-friendly design, this ankle support is a hassle-free solution to treating injuries, and its breathable Sympress material guarantees long-lasting comfort.
What's Included?
Sizing Information
The Push Med Brace is available in five sizes, for either the left or right foot. To find the correct size for you, measure the circumference of your ankle around the heel and the instep of the foot (as shown in the image below), and consult the table below.
Size | Ankle Circumference |
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Size 1 | 26 - 29cm |
Size 2 | 29 - 32cm |
Size 3 | 32 - 35cm |
Size 4 | 35 - 38cm |
Size 5 | 38 - 41cm |
Indications for Use
Despite its simple construction, this ankle brace is ideal for a plethora of ankle conditions, some of which include:
- Moderate to serious instability
- Ankle fractures
- Tendonitis
- Post-operative treatment
- Pronation and supination
- Arthrosis with instability
- Football ankle
- Follow-up treatment for fractures
- Capsular irritation
How Does the Ankle Instability Brace Work?
The Push Med Ankle Brace provides firm yet comfortable support for those managing ankle injuries and instability, or looking to prevent them. With the ability to adjust the degree of pressure placed on the ankle, as well as the ability to rotate it, this wrap-around support is perfect for tailored and accurate treatment.
For a visual guide on how to apply the Push Med Brace and its features, please watch the video below.
Key Features and Benefits
- Designed to stabilise the ankle to manage and prevent acute injuries/chronic instability
- Rigid silicone shell ensures a good position is retained around the ankle for proper support
- Wide instep accommodates different feet shapes and sizes, improving your comfort
- Integrated heel-lock promotes proper alignment of the ankle for optimal recovery
- User-friendly design provides a hassle-free ankle support solution
- Caters to a wide range of ankle ailments, from arthritis to post-operative care
- Built with comfort zones around sensitive areas such as the Achilles tendon
- Sympress material is moisture-wicking, for breathability during use
- Can be worn inside footwear for on-the-go support
- Can be machine-washed for convenient hygiene maintenance
- Available in a wide range of sizes to suit most people
Tips for Using the Push Med Instability Brace
- Proper use of this brace may require medical advice. Please seek a diagnosis from a professional prior to use
- Check your brace for signs for wearing and undone seams before use (performance depends on the condition of the brace)
- To avoid hyperaemia (caused by poor circulation), please avoid applying the brace too tightly in the beginning
- If the brace becomes painful to wear, please consult a doctor or specialist
Is the Push Med Brace Comfortable?
Despite providing targeted support to afflicted areas, the Push Med has a thoughtful design, with in-built comfort zones in more vulnerable regions such as the Achilles tendon. This way, you can resume daily activities with a peace of mind.
Additionally, using the fastening straps, users can adjust the level of compression and pressure placed around the ankle to ensure it's not too tight or inhibiting your movement too greatly.
Washing Instructions
- Machine wash at 30°C
- Do not bleach
- Do not iron
- Do not tumble dry
- Do not dry clean
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