Ankle Support, Plantar Fasciitis & Foot Braces

Ankle support can be achieved by strapping the ankle with sports tape, zinc oxide tape or by using a good quality ankle brace.
Ankle braces are designed to offer compression in the treatment of a swollen or sprained ankle, and joint stability in muscle and ligament damage, and more severe ankle injuries in sport.
Supports are used to stabilise weak ankle joints after sprains and strains, or to prevent injury in preference to the use of zinc oxide tape favoured in professional sport.
Ankle braces range from simple neoprene sleeves to those with splints offering advanced stability in arthritis and tendon and ligament damage.

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  • NEW Push Braces Med Aequi Flex Ankle Brace
    NEW Push Braces Med Aequi Flex Ankle Brace
    NEW Push Braces Med Aequi Flex Ankle Brace
  • Aircast AirHeel Plantar Fasciitis Support
    Aircast AirHeel Plantar Fasciitis Support
    Aircast AirHeel Plantar Fasciitis Support
  • Aircast AirSport / Airgo Ankle Brace
    Aircast AirSport / Airgo Ankle Brace
    Aircast AirSport / Airgo Ankle Brace
  • ORTHLAB Night Splint Sock
    ORTHLAB Night Splint Sock
    ORTHLAB Night Splint Sock
  • Strassburg Sock - Plantar Fasciitis Treatment Sock
    Strassburg Sock - Plantar Fasciitis Treatment Sock
    Strassburg Sock - Plantar Fasciitis Treatment Sock
  • Actimove Walker Boot Closed Shell - Low
    Actimove Walker Boot Closed Shell - Low
    Actimove Walker Boot Closed Shell - Low
  • Actimove Walker Boot Closed Shell - High
    Actimove Walker Boot Closed Shell - High
    Actimove Walker Boot Closed Shell - High
  • Aircast AirSelect Short Walker Boot
    Aircast AirSelect Short Walker Boot
    Aircast AirSelect Short Walker Boot
  • Aircast Tube Stretch Sock
    Aircast Tube Stretch Sock
    Aircast Tube Stretch Sock
  • Aircast AirSelect Elite Walker Boot
    Aircast AirSelect Elite Walker Boot
    Aircast AirSelect Elite Walker Boot
  • AirLift PTTD Brace for flat foot or collapsed arches
    AirLift PTTD Brace for flat foot or collapsed arches
    AirLift PTTD Brace for flat foot or collapsed arches
  • Mueller ATF 2 Ankle Brace
    Mueller ATF 2 Ankle Brace
    Mueller ATF 2 Ankle Brace
  • Aircast Air-Stirrup Ankle Brace
    Aircast Air-Stirrup Ankle Brace
    Aircast Air-Stirrup Ankle Brace
  • Mueller Arch Support - Plantar Fasciitis Pain Relief Support
    Mueller Arch Support - Plantar Fasciitis Pain Relief Support
    Mueller Arch Support - Plantar Fasciitis Pain Relief Support
  • Procare ProWedge Night Splint
    Procare ProWedge Night Splint
    Procare ProWedge Night Splint
  • MUE193B
    Mueller ATF 3 Ankle Brace
    Mueller ATF 3 Ankle Brace
  • Mueller Adjustable Ankle Stabiliser
    Mueller Adjustable Ankle Stabiliser
    Mueller Adjustable Ankle Stabiliser
  • Aircast Dorsal Night Splint
    Aircast Dorsal Night Splint
    Aircast Dorsal Night Splint
  • Mueller Wraparound Ankle Support
    Mueller Wraparound Ankle Support
    Mueller Wraparound Ankle Support
  • Mueller FasciaDermPFTape - plantar fasciitis pain relief system
    Mueller FasciaDermPFTape - plantar fasciitis pain relief system
    Mueller FasciaDermPFTape - plantar fasciitis pain relief system
Ankle Braces, Plantar Fasciitis and Foot Supports
Ankle Braces, Plantar Fasciitis and Foot Supports
Ankle support is arguably the most common area for bracing in the field of sports medicine and ankle sprains are the most frequent examples of sports injury on the sports field.
Rolling the ankle, or going over on the ankle occurs when the ankle becomes twisted underneath the leg, creating a tear in the ligament known as an ankle sprain. This is known as an inversion, and commonly results in pain and swelling.
Individuals may be particularly prone to repeated ankle sprains, and the ankle muscles become weakened resulting in a generalised instability of the ankle joint. Repeated turning of the ankle can also cause cartilage damage so it is important that stability of the ankle is achieved.
An ankle support can be very useful in helping vulnerable patients and athletes, and as an alternative to the use of sports tape where taping techniques are not specifically known.
Different levels of support are available in ankle braces depending on the severity of the pain and nature of the ankle injury.
A level one sprain might require a neoprene wrap which is a step up from a tubular bandage, or the addition of supporting straps around a compression wrap as in the case of the PSB Sports Ankle Brace 8 or an introductory level Mueller Ankle Brace.
The addition of a splint to the ankle brace offers a greater degree of stability to the ankle and therefore is useful in athletes with chronic ankle instability.
These may be seen in marathon runners where ankle support for running may also require the use of orthotics along with a brace, or in Professional sport where tennis player Andy Murray can regular be seen wearing the Aircast A60 braces on each ankle.
Plantar Fasciitis
One of the most common injuries to the foot and ankle is Plantar fasciitis. The Plantar Fascia, is a tough fibrous tissue which stretches from the heel to the lower part of the toes. Inflammation of this tissue is generally caused by damage to the underlying ligaments and is the most common cause of heel pain.
Plantar fasciitis treatment may include the use of braces and supports such as the Night splint or Strasburg sock, or the Aircast Airheel Support, but more commonly a podiatrist may treat these foot problems by suggesting the use of plantar fasciitis insoles, heel raisers or heel cups.
Although acupuncture, and anti-inflammatory pain killers are often used for foot pain, the most common treatment for Plantar Fasciitis is to perform stretching exercises to stretch the Achilles tendon and plantar fascia. These should help resolve the condition in about 2 months. In some cases, surgery may be required.
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  • Good quality products, speedy delivery

    My order was easy to put in, the products arrived in good time at a great price. No problems with this order.

    Jenny H

  • Great delivery and worth the price

    The product was dispatched quickly and received in good condition. The product is quite satisfactory.

    Divyanshu B

  • Great find!

    My husbands homeopath Dr. prescribed him this product to help him with his inmune system, this was the best option as other stores will take a long time to deliver it.

    Nellyreth D