Push Aequi Ankle Brace
- Push Ortho Ankle Aequi
- Indications:
◦ treatment of chronic lateral ankle injury,
◦ after-care of ankle fractures,
◦ significant ongoing instability from arthrosis, ankle injury or other conditions
◦ injury prevention- Strikes a balance between comfort and efficient mechanical support of the injured or unstable ankle.
- Effective during high stress activities
- Rigid support on medial side of ankle (with a recess for the malleolus), combined with preformed foam on the lateral side that easily adapts to the ankle shape for a close, comfortable fit. Elastic straps apply support and compression for the ankle.
- The brace is worn over the sock, and must be worn with a properly fastened shoe for optimal stability.
- Restricts inversion and eversion while allowing freedom of dorsal or plantar flexion movement.
- Available in 3 sizes
- Study attesting to the effectiveness of brace: www.canortho.com/studies/A-NOVEL-METHOD-FOR-FUNCTIONAL-TESTING-OF-ANKLE-BRACES-BASED-ON-A-MODIFIED-PROSTHETIC-FOOT-TESTING-MACHINE.pdf