How much support to ankle. Does it improve blood flow
205049
it does not work at all very disappointed spent that kind of money Ill never buy any kind of ankle brace from Tommie copper again
205050
i had broke that ankle many years ago and as i have become older it has a tendency to crack alot the sleeve makes it feel better and not crack .i am also a large person and my ankle feels so much better . i have slept with it on at night and in the morning my ankle felt like new
205051
It doesn't support like an actual brace. The best way to describe it is like when you get hurt and you apply pressure to the injured area it helps relieve pain (?)....that's what it's like for me. I have an Achilles that "acts up" and it takes that discomfort away. And as far as blood flow....I am not sure. I let a friend try it out and they thought it gave more relief to their foot as well. Hope that helps.
205052
It gives minimal support to the ankle. I do find it improves circulation and reduces my pain and swelling.
1344621
I think it's for both. I think that my ankle is 9". I bought both small and medium but preferred the small for support.
1738298
My vein problem was different. My cardiologist tried this to reduce edema from pooling blood in ankles, hoping to make the blood circulate better. It did make a slight difference in a couple weeks, but nothing remarkable.
1889671
You have to know that at full inversion ,your whole body weight is being supported only by your ankles, I don't know your body weight, or how long you're staying at full inversion. I only invert for a few seconds at a time, coming back up & going inverted again several times. If your ankles hurt, I would not stay inverted for long periods of time, you really don't have to be fully inverted for the effects, 45-75 degrees works good for me, also try holding your head up, like you're looking down at your chest, it helps keeping blood from rushing to the head & helps to invert longer, I hope this helps & good luck...HAPPY NEW YEAR & STAY SAFE!!! You have to know that at full inversion ,your whole body weight is being supported only by your ankles, I don't know your body weight, or how long you're staying at full inversion. I only invert for a few seconds at a time, coming back up & going inverted again several times. If your ankles hurt, I would not stay inverted for long periods of time, you really don't have to be fully inverted for the effects, 45-75 degrees works good for me, also try holding your head up, like you're looking down at your chest, it helps keeping blood from rushing to the head & helps to invert longer, I hope... » Read More You have to know that at full inversion ,your whole body weight is being supported only by your ankles, I don't know your body weight, or how long you're staying at full inversion. I only invert for a few seconds at a time, coming back up & going inverted again several times. If your ankles hurt, I would not stay inverted for long periods of time, you really don't have to be fully inverted for the effects, 45-75 degrees works good for me, also try holding your head up, like you're looking down at your chest, it helps keeping blood from rushing to the head & helps to invert longer, I hope this helps & good luck...HAPPY NEW YEAR & STAY SAFE!!! « Show Less
1647581
only exceptionally light support unless you get one smaller than your arm which i do not suggest. you could cut off the toes of a tube sock if thats what you want..... :/
1476181
This item helps with pain. But it is only light support. If you have a lot of main you need more support. You might want to check with your doctor. Thank you
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.
178664
You can find this ankle brace at most sports stores. Dicks and Models carry it. I would try it on and see if you like it. You can still buy it on Amazon cheaper if you like the feel. I've worn one like it for years playing basketball and it is the only one I've found that works for me. My left ankle turns/sprains w/o it. I do not play any other sport anymore. I guess it would be ok but I andvise trying it out first.
2087964
I can't say. It really depends on ankle size. We test filltwd our 12 year old at sporting goods store first then ordered on-line due to lower cost.
2003236
It can be, but more to promote circulation and compression in the lower leg.
1547718
I'm pretty sure it is 250, but I think anyone weighing 175 or more would find it very painful on the ankles when fully inverted. I weigh 150 and it is painful.
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.
231286
I am not sure if it helps with swollen legs/ankles. I use it for my back and neck. I do know that if you tilt gradually it does relieve the body of stress on the skeleton and muscles. It's an awesome feeling of relief. It also, after a few sessions gives you extra energy. I started by tilting it 10 degrees then 45 degrees and eventually hung completely upside down. It's not for everyone, but even a little tilt will help relieve stress. This, of course is only my own opinion.
105260
My biggest complaint is the pressure on my ankles. You can sometimes get situated where it doesn't hurt. But its a hit and miss every time in my experience.
488072
yes it would! I still use it as a ankle support while doing high endurance running on the treadmill. It is good for preventing ankle injuries!
1661898
i am not sure which support is level 2, but i bought these because i have broke both ankles and my right ankle has plates and screws on both sides of it and i am limited ambulatory and do use a wheel chair, but do walk around the house here and there and these support my ankles perfectly and they help ease the pain a bit also...well worth buying...hope that helps ya
1871986
No. My husbands legs are very swollen and I can't get these on him. Better for ankles...Sorry