There was once upon a time that Andy Murray wasn’t the sporting darling he is today. The fiery waft of Scotch Bonnet isn’t so hot for the Scotsman these days. His career was oft overshadowed by that comment regarding the England football team, the general brilliance that is Roger Federer and a plethora of injury woes that Michael Owen would have been proud of. Not to mention Britain’s complete and undying love for the legend that is Tim Henman. If you're looking for the ultimate ankle brace to protect your ankle while playing sports, the Aircast A60 Ankle Brace is the perfect solution for preventing ankle rollover or sprains, as it supports your ankle to help you perform your best. Worn by professional athletes and beginners alike, it's our top choice for any sportsplayer keen to continue playing at the top of their game. What's Included? As far as viable activities are concerned, Aircast’s A60 ankle support brace can be used on just about any land-based sports and athletic acts. It is land-based only since the product is not water-proof, and won’t perform well with any water sports. Although, the item is hand-washable. I'd seen this product being worn by professional sports players like Andy Murray, to help prevent sprains or worse injury, but used in treatment to my injury its had a surprising effect on what I'm able to do whilst waiting for my next steps of treatment as an NHS patient. The ASO brace fits great for most people and can be worn universally on both feet. It can be a little time consuming to put on, especially when you’re still getting used to it.

The Aircast A60 Ankle Brace is suitable for a wide range of sports and physical activities, and can prevent sprains while playing virtually any dry-land sport that requires turning or running. Suitable sports include, but are not limited to, the following: To help you decide if this is the right ankle brace for you, we’ve outlined our favourite things about the Aircast A60 Ankle Brace that we think puts it at the top of its game. The Aircast A60 Ankle Brace features a plastic stabiliser that goes from one side of your ankle to the other, resting comfortably under the arch of your foot. The proprioceptive nature of the brace means you are more subconsciously aware of where you are placing your foot, reducing the risk of further injury. Semi-Rigid Shell:The semi-rigid shell supports and protects the ankle from inversion and eversion, helping to keep your ankle protected while it continues to heal I tore my ATFL in 2011 and have subsequently sprained my ankle (at least the ligaments that are still intact) twice more, though not as severely. I saw a specialist who advised considering surgery for an ATFL repair but I wasn't keen on this as no guarantees it will help and has a considerable recovery time. I also saw Andy Murray wearing the Aircast A60 for a few years and thought maybe I should give it a go.I struggle with severe ankle injuries while playing football and was recommended this brace by my podiatrist. The brace gives the ankle great stability whilst also providing the full range of motion required to play football. Highly recommended If you've suffered an injury and you're almost, but not quite, ready to begin exercising again, then the AirSport Ankle Brace can provide you with ongoing comfort and support to help you through your recovery. The following features and benefits help to support and protect your ankle while it heals: The A60, as its name implies is fixed at a 60 degree angle on either side to protect the ligaments from over extension during use and features breath-o-prene fabric which ensures that the wearer stays cool and dry. The A60 is ideal for sports such as grass court tennis where ankle rolling is common. Anti-rolling lateral movement support prevents the player from rolling over the ankle which can cause ligament sprains or tears such as those that have hampered Murray throughout his early career.

If you're looking for an ankle support, it's likely that your ankle is injured and possibly swollen. If your ankle is swollen and your shoe size falls close to a sizing boundary, we would recommend the larger size to ensure proper support without the restriction of circulation. The Best Fit for the Best Performance When wearing the Aircast AirSport, we would recommend wearing shoes that have a loose design. It is also best to avoid boots and high-topped shoes if possible to ensure the highest level of comfort in wear. Please note that unless your shoes are extremely tight, you will not need to buy a bigger pair of shoes to accommodate the brace. What Should I Do After I Take Off the Aircast AirSport Ankle Brace? Along with a decent amount of support, The ASO brace also provides a fair amount of compression. You can control the compression level by adjusting the brace’s tightness to your liking.

Can I Wear This Brace on Both Ankles?

The Aircast A60 Brace is designed to provide prophylactic protection and support, preventing injured ankles before they occur. This preventative ankle brace is therefore not suitable for wearing while you are suffering from an existing ankle sprain.