If you're looking for an ankle support, it's likely that your ankle is injured and possibly swollen. If your ankle is swollen and your shoe size falls close to a sizing boundary, we would recommend the larger size to ensure proper support without the restriction of circulation. The Best Fit for the Best Performance Unfasten the straps and open the brace, placing your foot inside whilst adjusting each side against your ankle ATF Cross Strap:The ATF cross strap provides compression to relieve pain and stabilisation to prevent further injury The entire brace can be wiped down with lukewarm water and a mild soap. It should then be air dried; do not tumble dry. How Long Have Aircast Been Creating Quality Supports?

I'd seen this product being worn by professional sports players like Andy Murray, to help prevent sprains or worse injury, but used in treatment to my injury its had a surprising effect on what I'm able to do whilst waiting for my next steps of treatment as an NHS patient. Along with a decent amount of support, The ASO brace also provides a fair amount of compression. You can control the compression level by adjusting the brace’s tightness to your liking. I feel the Airsport offers so much more support than the A60 that a little extra bulk is worth it. With the A60, you can feel it doing something but can still rather easily turn your ankle. With the Airsport, I can't turn my ankle at all by consciously trying. I imagine if you were in full flight and went over on your ankle, no brace would be able to stop you spraining it 100% of the time it but I've felt myself starting to go over a few times playing squash and the Airsport has saved the day.If you’ve ever worn an ankle brace that has turned out to be anything other than supportive, you’ll know that it’s incredibly annoying and uncomfortable if it shifts around while you’re working out. This movement, or migration, is prevented by the anti-migration design of the Aircast A60 Ankle Brace. If you find your Aircast A60 Brace fits too tightly, we recommend you try adjusting your brace by moving the fabric further up the foot until it looks in line with the fit pictured in the image below: Follow the size chart to choose the correct size. If you are between sizes it’s recommended to choose the smaller size. Similar to other common ankle braces, the A60 also provides its own stabilizers, which comes in a pair for this particular brand. The stabilizers found in this unit are also shaped at a 60° angle which greatly contributes to the prevention of ankle rollovers, and the reinforcement of injured ankles. Combining a contoured cuff for targeted cold therapy of the ankle with a continuously-fed cooler powered by a motor for ideal circulation, these two items can provide cold therapy to the ankle for up to eight hours. When the unit is connected to the power supply, the pneumatic pump in the lid will continuously cycle cold water through the cuff at an even and steady pace. The unit can be used without power as well, as the cooler can be placed above the cuff while in use for a gravity-fed system. How Does the Aircast A60 Ankle Brace Prevent Sprains and Rollovers?

Since one of the Aircast A60's main benefits is its contoured and slim fit, ensuring you get the right size for you is crucial. With a snug and proper fit, your A60 will fit easily into your football boots, rugby boots, running shoes and all sport-specific footwear, allowing you to recover from ankle injury without disrupting your performance. Which Size of Aircast A60 Ankle Brace Do I Need? The type of physical injury can also depend on the activity you are doing. If your current sport or physical act requires a lot of footwork, then you’ll also likely be susceptible to injuries related to your ankle. This can range from a simple ankle sprain, to ankle inflammations, among plenty more. This is where the product Aircast A60 ankle brace comes in. Not only is this particular ankle brace effective in rehabilitating your injured ankle, but it also prevents the occurrence of it. So if you are looking for an ankle brace that performs as impressive as its sales figure, then this product will not waste your time. Specifications So, my advice is: when purchasing the A60, please bear in mind that if you use the brace a lot (at least every other day for several hours at a time), it won't last that long. The Aircast A60™ Ankle Support is designed to provide support and protection for ankles. Contraindications:

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Forefoot and Shin Wraps:The integral forefoot and shin wraps provide additional compression and stabilisation for pain relief and support You can wear the Aircast A60 Brace whenever you feel the need to protect your ankle during physical activities. The mesh fabric construction surrounding the plastic stabilisers stands up to vigorous use whether outdoors on the pitch or inside the sports hall, ensuring it can provide you with vital support time and time again. What’s the Aircast A60 Ankle Brace Made Of? The Aircast A60 Brace is designed to provide prophylactic protection and support, preventing injured ankles before they occur. This preventative ankle brace is therefore not suitable for wearing while you are suffering from an existing ankle sprain. If you require a brace for functional recovery of an existing ankle sprain, the Aircast Air-Stirrup Universe Ankle Brace will help to reduce swelling and pain. If you’re almost ready to begin physical activity again before a full recovery, we recommend the semi-rigid cushioning support of the Aircast Airsport Ankle Brace. Can I Wear the A60 Ankle Support On Either Foot?

If you require a brace for functional recovery of an existing sprain, the Aircast Air-Stirrup Universe Ankle Brace will help to reduce swelling and pain. If you’re almost ready to begin physical activity again before a full recovery, we recommend the semi-rigid cushioning support of the Aircast Airsport Ankle Brace. Can I Wear the Aircast A60 On Either Foot? If you've suffered an injury and you're almost, but not quite, ready to begin exercising again, then the AirSport Ankle Brace can provide you with ongoing comfort and support to help you through your recovery. The following features and benefits help to support and protect your ankle while it heals: The A60 features a slim design that contours to your foot to fit sporting footwear Sizing Your Aircast A60 With a low-profile design that doesn’t bulk out your footwear, you can wear the A60 Ankle Support inside virtually any trainer, football boot, hiking boot or shoe. As you can see from the image below, the brace contours to your ankle shape without excessive bulk, making sure it won’t compromise your footwear and your comfort.Yes! If you have previously suffered sprains on both ankles and wish to protect against a similar injury in the future, then wearing an Aircast A60 Brace on each ankle is a good measure to prevent against sprains and ankle rollover. Will the Aircast A60 Brace Fit Inside My Normal Shoes? As the Aircast A60 Ankle Brace features an anatomical shape to fit with the curves of your ankle, it should be worn only on the specified foot. If you find that you have a particularly protruding ankle bone, we recommend that you boost the comfort of your A60 Ankle Brace with a gel sleeve. Can I Wear an Aircast A60 Ankle Brace on Both Ankles? The Aircast A60 Brace is designed to provide prophylactic protection and support, preventing injuries before they occur. This preventative ankle brace is therefore not suitable for wearing while you are suffering from an existing sprain.

To help you decide if this is the best ankle brace for you, we’ve outlined our favourite things about the A60 Support that we think puts it at the top of its game. The A60 Ankle Brace is exclusively worn by the tennis star who ensures that his ankles stay strong and limber throughout training and competition using the brace. The Aircast A60 Ankle Brace as worn by Andy Murray, was designed with an athlete in mind. The Aircast A60 is the perfect ankle support to protect against ankle sprains caused by the side-to-side changes in direction more common in sport. The combination of effective support and protection, comfort and simplified application makes the A60 ankle support ideal for help in treatment and rehabilitation of ankle injuries such as, sprained ankle, Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome, swollen ankle and recovering from a broken or fractured ankle. That’s right! You may have even already spotted tennis pro Andy Murray wearing the Aircast A60 Ankle Brace while on the court! Next time you’re watching a match, why not see if you can spot the Aircast A60 on the ankles of the professionals? Where Can I Learn More about the Aircast A60 Ankle Brace?If your shoe size falls between two sizes, we suggest selecting the larger of the two sizes for comfort. However, if you would prefer a snug fit, please select the lower of the two sizes. As the A60 Ankle Support wraps under the arch of the foot, anchoring the support in the correct position, the ankle brace is prevented from migrating up the leg during use. This means that the brace reduces the risk of the brace moving out of its correct position and limits the time you need to spend repositioning the brace during sport or activity. What’s the Aircast A60 Ankle Brace Made Of? However, it’s not quite as snug as a quality compression sleeve. If you’re looking for more consistent compression, you may consider pairing the ASO brace with a compression sleeve like the Powerlix Ankle Sleeve.