MUELLER Adjustable Ankle Stabilizer - OSFM (EA)

**NOTE My Comments on Mueller Adj Ankle Stabilizer are from product as purchased December, 2012. Some more recent reviews (Fall 2014) indicate product changes/variances -- not for the better. Please see newer reviews for any newer issues with this item.** I ordered SEVEN different Ankle Supports and Stabilizers; three were in the Futuro product line. A few of them seemed suitable only for arch support, and not ankle issues, so I gave those to a friend suffering from a Plantar Fasciitis, and at least one of them did help last time I checked. The Futuro Quick Strap "Ankle Support", Adjustable Moderate Support, was so worthless, it didn't help anything; not the ankle and not as an arch support. One of the three Mueller brand products I ordered [Mueller Adjustable Ankle Stabilizer, Black, One Size] was the only item among all seven different supports I ordered that worked! Strengths - A.) Wrap around my foot without having to slide into anything first, B.) Fits well on my Mens size 11.5 D foot, C.) Doesn't make my skin/foot sweat and get clammy, D.) Has semi-hard side stays built in, E.) Is easily applied/adjustable, F.) Actually supports the ankle against side-to-side torsion [which is what I found to give me all-day relief as my left foot does double duty while I'm off of my post-surgical right foot], G.) Is comfortable enough to wear all day, and H.) Can be worn inside my athletic shoe with ease. *NOTE: Over time, the semi-hard stays become more pliable and provide less lateral support than they do at first. - A year later - After using the Mueller Adjustable Ankle Stabilizer with good immediate results, an MRI revealed a high-grade chronic ATL sprain in my L ankle, and continuing issues in my R ankle. I was directed to get braced. My podiatrist ordered a DonJoy Velocity -- it was awful, so painful I couldn't walk 40 feet. My orthotist tried a different make and model on me, the DeRoyal Element Sport Powered by Boa; there was no immediate discomfort. I found them online for about $72.00 each, and ordered one for each ankle (you must order R or L ankle). When I got them and put one on to test it out, the support frame seemed overbuilt and after adjusting, it lacked good support to my ankle. Worst of all, I was in pain within two hours. Back they went. I then tried another brand/style my orthotist suggested, a lace-up with figure-8 straps by Ossur. Ossur Form Fit Ankle Brace - Medium with Figure 8 Straps . My troublesome, post-op rt foot/ankle won't tolerate it due to the semi-rigid side support system, but it works like a charm to support my left ankle (with high-grade chronic ATL sprain). The good news is, even though I ordered two, thinking I'd wear them bilaterally, these are universal for the right or left ankle, so I can just save the extra one to use later. The Ossur has an integrated stirrup that secures your foot and ankle just by lacing up. It acts like a light, thin, plastic exo-skeleton for support. The Ossur laces-up through four lower eyelets, then three quick-lace plastic cleats, then cross and wrap the support straps onto the sides. My athletic shoe slides on easily over it. I've also been able to fit my foot, with the Ossur brace on, into a hiking boot (a spot of Moleskin on the lateral Malleolus keeps the pressure from the side stays at bay; I got a nice friction burn once). Eventually, in an effort to brace that nettlesome post-op rt foot, I "formed" the Ossur to accommodate my foot, stuffed a rigid insole inside, and then stuffed an ace bandage wrapped around a tennis ball on top of the insole, to mimic a foot inside the brace -- it worked! Got the brace broken-in so my rt foot wasn't getting pinched. I often have to rotate my ankle supports, and the Mueller Adjustable Ankle Stabilizer is still my "go to" brace for the right ankle. And when its soft support stays are too much for my foot to tolerate, I use the Mueller Adjustable Ankle Support Mueller Adjustable Ankle Support, Black, One Size , which is similarly styled, but with no side stays, and features shorter, less elastic cross-straps which provide firm support and stability. Only trouble, it's neoprene so it runs HOT and can't be used in warm weather. For warm weather, I then have to switch to the Bracoo Breathable Neoprene brace Bracoo Breathable Neoprene Ankle Support, One Size, Black . It offers an open design that wraps around the foot/ankle, cross-straps for added ankle support, provides some stability and keeps the ankle warm without "roasting it" so my socks stay dry.

A very high-quality product designed to perform as advertised by the seller. It is very effective resolving a sprained ankle issue.

They provide great support but, the hard inserts kind of rub up on my ankle. But other than that I think they’re great if you have arthritis or something similar and stand for long periods of time. They’re easy to put on and easy to slip into your shoe.

I have had long term use of ankle braces... I need replacement surgery but am waiting till they have mastered it and the success rate is improved... that said, I am more prone to injury and have to wear a brace almost ALL THE TIME. I have the doc recommended, lace up, criss cross velcro with the ankle strap velcro as well. That is the gold standard for support - the only problem being it's almost impossible to fit inside a shoe. I have managed to find a couple pair of shoes I can use it with... and I'll admit I'm not a huge fan of lace up tennis shoes. But my point is that the best brace is the one you will ACTUALLY USE. And this is it, at least for me. I have 4 different braces, and this is the one that I wear 80% (or more) of the time. This will fit in more pairs of shoes, doesn't aggravate the back of my heel with the "edge" of the fabric, it goes on and off faster and easier and the velcro handles the washing machine and just keeps on working. I have 2 of these. I have 1 of each of the other types... If you need something long term, this one is going to be your friend.

Worked really well at first but then the Velcro stopped working after daily use for 6 months. I need to wear socks over it to keep it together. Reduced to 3 rating

I really like this ankle brace. I am a small adult so finding braces that fit me are hard. I love this brace because I put the straps around my ankle. This is not a slip-on brace. I also like that it has the extra straps to wrap around the brace. I have weak ankles due to malnutrition as a child. Once I tried these braces, I got excited because now my ankles feel really strong and I don't have to worry about falling as much. I don't think they will keep you from twisting an ankle because I can still move my ankles but it definitely makes them feel stronger. The first thing I don't like about them is that they are kind of bulky because of the extra straps. Since I can adjust the straps where I want/need them, I am more confident in my step and don't mind the bulkiness. The second thing I don't like about them is the company only makes them for left feet. However, I have two left ones for me and they work interchangeable so you can use them for your right foot. The last change I would want is for them to cover more of the ball of my foot. I also got two for my 13 yr old daughter who plays soccer. Her left heel has a very tight tendon that does not allow her to put her heel all the way down. Within two weeks of her wearing the brace for everyday wear, she can now put her foot down. It worked great for that. She has to keep using it, but it has really helped her alot. She cannot wear them while playing soccer because they don't fit over the shin guards but it helps her otherwise. Highly recommend. Easy to put on and take off. These are the best ankle braces I have found and will continue using them and highly recommend them to anyone who needs help with stability or healing from an injury.

Very small, hurts the leg and cannot return

Muito confortável e ergonómico. Um estabilizador com uma excelente qualidade.

My 15yr old son plays rugby at a high standard and playing and injuries at this level go hand in hand. He rolled his ankle recently and did a pretty decent job of picking up a sprained ankle. After the normal regime of Ice, Compression and Elevation we wanted to get something that would offer some support and reassurance as he hobbled around school. This was ordered and arrived ridiculously quickly in hassle free packaging. He's a size 9 and this fits perfectly. It's a bit of a squeeze getting his school shoes on, but he manages. He hasn't tried this with his rugby boots, but I don't envisage that being a problem. Initially, I thought this would be complicated putting on. I needn't have worried as there's a handy 'foot shape' to indicate where you place your heel before closing the velcro straps. There's also sewn in stabilizing straps to help prevent an inversion whilst wearing. I'll update this review when he has an opportunity to try it with his boots (hopefully before the end of the rugby season). So, at the moment, we're really pleased with this.

Not at all effective and useful. I got the product in my absence and when I came and tried it didn't fit at all. And when I requested for return or replacement it says NO. Worst product with worst service from the seller, who is not understanding the customer issue for such an expensive product. I would highly recommend not to buy this product and not to buy any other product from this seller.

A good support