Will this brace restrict movement of the ankle in the medial sense (i.e. toes toward the shin)?
80640
It doesn't restrict your movement, it just adds more support to your ankle. I hope this answers your question
80641
Yes. The stiffness of the tongue and lacing past the instep toward the toe does not allow much flexing of the forward portion of the foot, and basically no motion of the ankle; side to side or forward flex.
1610785
Not with the shiatsu mechanism. It does use compression on the tops of your feet. I think shiatsu on such a bony area would be very painful.
518629
I'd go for "large", just enough to protect the whole shin. Enough room for ankle braces / wraps (recommend for extra protection ligaments / tendances, bones, tenderness) on footing of the elastic bands. Be safe, have fun. Remember, kicking with the top of the foot. Talk instructor, or research types of kicks on YouTube.
161747
I have flat feet also. The I have experienced no problems. I think the arch they are referring to is a metal arch the surrounds the ankle. I play competitive singles tennis, when I play I never notice the braces.
129270
Yes. I have a problem with my knee buckling but not since I started wearing the brace.
2223918
My ankle sprain seemed high but extended only to my front lower shin. I wanted a boot that was supportive but not too large, tall, or heavy. This boot was amazing for me. It actually saved me from an additional sprained ankle when my foot started to roll on uneven concrete. The boot restrained ankle movement.
178663
Hey there....i cannot answer your question from personal experience but when i was doing my initial research about ways to reenter sports and gymnastics with a sprained ankle.....they all said that they were able to reenter these activities with a lace up brace..which is how i came upon this product...hope this helps....
1107910
Yes, this brace works great for volleyball and fits well with volleyball shoes. Volleyball is the reason these braces were purchased.
413024
essentially, yes. The top "splint" is not linear and is flexible, but still provides stable support.
102666
I only use this brace when I'm exercising. If I sit on my legs, they do cut off the circulation as well as sitting for a long time in a chair. If I'm going to take a break from exercising, I usually will pull them down so that the bottom of the brace sits on the ankle and when I'm ready to start either hiking or playing tennis I just pull them back into place. I love this brace, one of the best I've ever worn.
188313
No, this knee brace is closed all around from top to bottom, except for the knee cap opening. Good for support, but quite confining when one needs to have feet on floor , as in sitting position. And although this design is really good for support, it is hot to wear, especially in hot weather or when very active for long periods of time, and it does chaff a bit even with a hose type sleeve under it. Based on your description for use, probably would not want this particular design. Regards.
1806583
The shin guard only covers the front of the shin. There is no ankle protection all the way around the sock, if that's what you're referring to.
969234
I only use the brace to control the sideways movement of the knee. I don't know if it would hold up to the rigors of basketball or football. I would not hesitate to use it for hiking - with the proper adjustment. I would say there is tension on the hinges, because, with proper adjustment, there is no tension on the knee!
1496075
It appears to work on both - I use it on my left - easy to put on and protects shin and ankle.
1423382
NO, its makes your leg stiff for protection but can be difficult to run in, I used it to play football, ended up taking them off because of the tightness and immobility it caused. Your better off purchasing a 2nd degree or 1st degree wrap if you want run in them. This is for 3rd degree ankle sprains. Don't get me wrong though there strong and great for it your not doing any physical activity and provide great protection for until you get back to 100%. Best of Luck.
1721823
Actually, the brace remains quite stable. I purchased these because I had tried the stretchy type, but soon discovered that they slipped down and, making them even more uncomfortable, they 'rolled' up across the back and even toward the front of the leg. The type you inquire about have a smooth top and bottom, and stabilizing supports on the sides hold the brace in position during activities.
1107912
Yes. I pulled out the inside cushioning in the shoe and put the brace in and reinserted the cushioning. I take the brace on and off with the shoes, always leaving them in the shoes I play volleyball in.