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SKU: FREE SHIPPING THE MOST POPULAR VOLLEYBALL BRACE IN THE USA! TEAM & SCHOOL SPECIALS! Product Information and Sizing... You can earn 360 Brace Shop Reward Points on this product! List Price: $65.95 Price: $36.99 You Save: $28.96 ( 44 %) Active Ankle T2 Ankle Brace Information FREE SHIPPING! TEAM & SCHOOL DISCOUNTS NOW AVAILABLE! The Active Ankle T2 was developed with the serious athlete in mind. Exceptional level of protection with a quick-fit single strap. Unlike other ankle braces that rely on bulky plastic hinges and restrict your mobility, the T2 brand ankle brace allows for more fluid motion and reduced bulk so you can perform at your personal best. Combined with feather-light E.V.A. padding that hugs every contour of the ankle, offers a sleeker, less bulky brace while still offering maximum performance and protection. Solid U-shape design relieves pressure from the ankle joint and provides superior protection. Bilateral hinge allows freedom of motion. Single strap adjusts for either high or low top shoes. The patented design reduces pain, increases stability by controlling medial/lateral motion of the calcaneus (heel bone). Modified the hinge of the ankle brace utilizing a molded bearing-design performance hinge for a smoother range of motion. GUARANTEED LOW PRICE! TEAM PRICING AVAILABLE. SHOP WHERE THE PRO'S GO! HUNDREDS IN STOCK FOR IMMEDIATE DELIVERY! Indications The Active Ankle T2 is indicated for moderate ankle sprains/ strains and instability which requires more advanced ankle support compared to lace up braces. Goals Stabilize ankle Prevent inversion & eversion Decrease anti-inflammatory medications Decrease pain symptoms Improve ankle joint function Improve endurance Video/Fitting Instructions T2 Fitting Instructions (pdf) Insurance Code HCPCS Code: L1906 T2 Active Ankle FAQs What is the difference between a rigid brace and a lace-up brace? The difference is really in level of protection. Rigid braces offer the highest level of preventative and post injury support while maintaining the full range of motion to perform at the most competitive level. Lace-up braces are the most affordable preventative support without sacrificing comfort or freedom of movement for athletes at all levels. How long can I expect my Active Ankle rigid brace to last? This answer is different for everyone and really depends on your personal activity level. If you are very active and play a team sport seasonally as well as other organized sports throughout the year, you should replace your Active Ankle brace every year. If you only use the Active Ankle brace occasionally for recreational sports, you may be able to keep your Active Ankle brace for at least 2 years or more depending on how hard you are on the braces. Think of our braces like a pair of athletic shoes. After a year or so, they will start to wear out and the Active Ankle brace wears out very much the same way. How can I tell if my rigid brace is worn out and needs to be replaced? Hold the brace upright in the palm of your hand, if the side supports fall over on their own the brace has lost its ability to provide maximum support and is too loose to continue to wear. How are Active Ankle braces sized? The braces are sized by shoe size. With rigid braces, you need to take into consideration the width of your foot as well. If you have a wider foot and are on the borderline between sizes, go up a size. The same if your foot is narrow, go down a size. How do you wear the rigid ankle braces properly? Make sure you place the ankle brace under the insole of your shoe with the logo facing out. See the fitting instructions located on the video/fitting instructions tab for a precise and more comfortable fit. Will the rigid ankle braces slow me down or impede my performance? There is no evidence that this is the case. If anything Active Ankle braces can only help your performance by keeping your ankles healthy and you in the game. According to research, the Active Ankle rigid brace performed best in a range of motion test when compared to tape and lace-ups. So although you may perceive the rigid brace to slow you down, look past that and look at the facts and give it a try. Can I sprain my ankle wearing an ankle brace? While your injury will be far less severe wearing rigid ankle braces versus not wearing braces at all, it is a possibility. With an ankle brace, you may experience a day to a week of down time depending on the severity of the injury, without bracing you are usually looking at 6 weeks out from your normal activity. Which rigid brace is the best for me? All of our rigid braces provide great support; it really depends on personal preference. We have several choices depending on your support needs, your comfort preferences, visit each rigid product for the features and benefits to see which is best for you. Which brace has the most protection? As far as maximum protection, the rigid braces are your best bet-the T2, or Volt. They maintain their protective integrity throughout the duration of activity. Will the Active Ankle brace fit my shoe? Absolutely. We recommend a low top shoe or athletic shoe for best fit, but many of our braces, especially the lace-ups, will fit in other types of shoes as well. Do the ankle braces come in pairs or are they sold individually? Each brace is sold individually not as a pair. Do I need to wear the braces on both ankles or is it okay to wear a brace on just one? This is an individual decision. Those who only wear one usually only use the brace as protective gear after an injury, those who wear braces on both ankles usually wear them for preventative reasons. How do you recommend cleaning the rigid braces? We recommend that you hand wash the pads and straps as needed and then allow them to air dry. Will ankle braces cause my ankles to weaken? There is no evidence that suggests that ankle bracing weakens the ankle. Our ankle braces are not engineered to be so restrictive that the ankle cannot function on it's own. The brace is only there for a support. It allows your normal range of motion. In fact, having tape or ankle braces on a body part usually increases proprioception-your body's awareness of where it is in space-and therefore makes your body more quickly able to respond to outside forces. You can still injure your ankle while wearing braces, but the injury will be far less serious than if you did not have a brace on. We also must stress the importance of strength and conditioning as part of your regimen if you are concerned about your ankles becoming weak. Will an ankle brace cause a knee injury if the force is strong enough? There is no evidence to prove that is the case. If the force is strong enough to cause a knee injury and the circumstances are correct, you will suffer a knee injury regardless if you are wearing the Active Ankle braces or not. Thus, they are not a cause for knee injury, but for prevention of ankle injuries. Rigid vs. Lace-Up It’s a personal preference based on the level of protection and support you want. Rigid Highest level of preventative support Unique bilateral hinge allows foot full range of motion up and down Assists in faster rehabilitation after injury Superior level of protection without sacrificing comfort Several choices depending on your support needs Lace-Up Higher level of support and security than tape Flexible construction allows for a comfortable fit Several choices depending on your support needs