I have a split on my ankle cannot get it wet is this the short one that does not go up to the knee?
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Depends on how short you are. The diaphragm opening is small, so you can keep it mid leg if you wanted. We used it for my 6 year old son who had a full leg cast and it covered it. I believe it's 18 or 19 inches long.
1369960
My lower legs are thin, but I have meatier legs above the knee. I got the adult short leg first and found it too tight on my leg above the knee. However I had no trouble getting it over my cast which went to my knee. I reordered and got the wide leg which worked out much better for my leg. Both offered a seal tight fit, so, for me, it came down to comfort. If your legs are thin, you can probably get by with the adult short leg.
1402793
I haven't used it for a while, but as I recall it seemed like the back was low in that it did not rise above my shoulderblade. I'm heavy and it worked OK for me, but I only used it a few times while my injured knee mended.
479580
The full sock is designed to give compression over the entire foot/leg. Removing the foot would mean no compression on foot or ankle area. There are socks with toes exposed, half foot and probably ankle to knee. Why pay for more sock than you need or have to cut 1 up.?
2122139
I agree with the other answers. Depends on where the wounds are. Sounds like something under the knee might work better. You should talk to a physical therapist or your doctor for advice.
1699146
I don't think they go up high enough to support the ankle. I use this to support a weak upper foot near the ankle. For ankle support, I think you would meet something that goes up higher onto the ankle. The main reason I purchased the Wellgate Slimfit was because it did not go high up the ankle as I didn't need support on the ankle itself.
176363
These shorts have a 9.5" inseam which fit me just above the knee when standing as in the picture representation. I live in a subtropical climate and this shorter leg length makes them a little cooler to wear and a little more maneuverable during outdoor activities. If you are well over 6' and not OK with this above the knee fit and length, or desire a longer more covered leg area, I know 5.11 make a 11" inseam in this TacLite short which may work out better for you. Hope this helps!
865012
Not a huge area, ankles to knees is good, that also keeps it from sensitive areas. This was for my wife and full legs were fine but seemed a little overpowering. The back of the neck and shoulders seemed to burn.
1979519
Especially if you have hand weakness or bad ankles, use short socks and stretchy material. Too long without curve for ankle to bend to get on leg. Best if sock only to ankle at most. There are assisting hooks to help pull up and down socks which I am looking into. this is not of use with calf length socks by itself with swollen bruised feet and ankles from a bad fall.
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yes it covers the ankles. I can send you a picture that shows it but I'm unable to list the picture in this message.
972759
It fit me perfectly, I am also a size 8 regular and had a double grade 3 sprain. My ankle was swollen to the size of a small mellon. It does give lots of support and it came up about 6 inches below the knee. It comes with extra padding I used when the swelling went down a bit. I was very pleased with the product and saved a lot of money. I hope this helped.
292457
I might be the only one with issues in this regard. I am a short and heavy woman. My legs are pretty thick. So, when I snap myself in, I make it as tight as I can but once I invert myself, I slide down and almost fall out because at that point its by my ankles, which are small. my husband had to "save" my life mid air.
180224
I'm just over 5'3 and it's mid knee. I love it and have the black one as well. The waist is roomy so you can pull it up or down if you want it a bit shorter or longer.
660561
My leg is about 22 inches just above the knee and this brace does not work for me.
1871985
I bought it for my mom, it is not designed for that & come in one size. It is not good, but she decided not to have me send it back, good support, but not for big swollen ankles. I suggest a good old ace bandage. Or see a doctor.
50106
In my opinion, it is better for a short person. Your knees aren't as prone to hitting or rubbing on the ibert seat.
2195598
I would get the short leg cast protector I'm only 5'2"" but it reached well over my knee and half way up my thigh. Good luck with your surgery