Air Cushion Stirrup Anke Brace

Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation are the best way to treat a sprain. When I recently sprained my ankle while on vacation, I knew from previous sprains of the same ankle, that after the initial swelling goes down somewhat, wearing air cushion brace is tremendously helpful in getting back in action. It holds the ankle and foot in a neutral position so it both heals and allows you to move around much more comfortably ( with a cane or crutches, if needed). Alas, I could not find an air cushion brace in the area I was in - they are usually sold in specialty stores that are not found in tourist areas. I made do with athletic tape and a cane until I got home, but immediately ordered this brace to be delivered before I got home. I knew that even after the initial sprain has healed a bit, it helps to wear the brace if your ankle starts to ache, and in bed at night where the pressure of the blankets and the position of your legs can accidentally put a strain on your ankle. The brace can be worn with shoes. I wouldn't wear it with heels or ballet flats, but it works with sneakers or oxford type shoes. I even wore it with some flat heeled ankle boots. It's very light and can be cleaned quite easily. I will be taking it with me on all future trips - its a tad bulky, but well worth it.

I bought this for my wife so she could still work. She has worn it everyday she has work an it has kept her ankle straight. The air padding in nice that you can add air to it for more cushion. I don't know if this was poor disign but we pulled off one of the pads cause it wouldn't go around her ankle. The only problem I see with it it's not friendly to people who have big calf's do to the straps aren't long enough only way it works if you removing one or both padding also the tub to put more air into the padding was not with the package but I a normal straw works. All an all it's helping my wife she can now move her ankle freely now then before I see just a few more weeks wearing an it will be healed. Great product.

I bought a similar product at my local CVS pharmacy for $34. Browsed Amazon for something cheaper & found this product. I suffered an ankle twist & pain wasn't going away. I wore this product, not 100% comfortable, but it does work. It's been almost 2 weeks & pain is going down. You get what you paid for, & must say that it's doing the work.

This helped to secure my sprained ankle very well. But its not made to be used for long term use. After repeated use for 1 month, its falling apart. It also does not fit inside any of my shoes very well at all. So I had to wear it only in the house. For the price its good for temporary use.

I was given this Air cushion brace after an accident that occurred in Canada. Their ER charged me $90 for it but told me I could find it cheaper when I got back to the US. It’s fabulous and basically got me off crutches sooner than I would have without it. If my ankle starts to swell up from a lot of walking I use it again. It’s comfortable and has a lot of adjustment possibilities. It’s also very easy to pack In a suitcase

Don’t waste your money. Just pay more for the genuine air cast brand. I sprained my ankle and bought this to use in addition to the one I got at the orthopedist. (You’ve got to wash them so this is a “back up”) I’ve had this 3 days. I’ve worn it for less than 3 hours. It’s falling apart. The air cushions are barely attached inside and when you put it on they move out of place. It’s flimsy and uncomfortable.

I bought this to help me transition out of a walking boot after being in it for 12 weeks from a broken 4th and 5th metatarsal. It really help with the ankle stability and the fear of rolling my now weak ankle and breaking my foot again. Love the fact I can change the air pressure in this one. The plastic air pillow will stick to your leg so i recommend longer socks for under it.

Had one of these years ago when I sprained my ankle bad. Gave it to a friend and then I rolled my ankle mowing. This is the only thing that supports it right. In brand new condition, sealed in original plastic with straws sealed separately. Love this ankle brace aircast!