Armor1 (Right Foot) Ankle Support for Ankle Roll Prevention, Support and Sprain Relief; Ideal for Walking, Sports, Stroke Patients

The Armor1 Ankle Roll Guard is a patented and independently tested alternative to an ankle brace for ankle support, designed to provide protection against inversion or "ankle roll" injuries. Unlike conventional ankle braces, the Armor1 wraps securely around the outside of any shoe type, allowing the user to retain full ankle mobility and comfort.

The product's unique design was born from the inventor's personal experience with recurring ankle sprains while playing basketball over the past 20 years. "I came up with the idea to prevent or limit the rolling action with the patented Ankle Roll Guard (U.S. Patent No. 7,849,611)," he explains.

Independent testing conducted in 2018 and published in two journals in 2020 confirmed the Ankle Roll Guard's effectiveness. According to Tyler Brown, PhD, CSCS, Director of the Center for Orthopedic & Biomechanics Research at Boise State University, "Of all the devices (Ankle Roll Guard, Ankle Brace, Tape), only the Ankle Roll Guard appears to allow the user normal ankle motion (i.e. typical anatomical joint motion), while preventing excessive ankle inversion."

The study concluded that the Ankle Roll Guard may provide similar prevention of excessive inversion as either a brace or tape, but without the mechanical restriction of the joint that can limit physical performance. During sudden inversion events and vertical jumps, participants exhibited more natural ankle motions, such as plantar flexion, when using the Ankle Roll Guard. This less restrictive design makes it ideal for use during rehabilitation, as it allows for ankle plantar- and dorsiflexion while preventing inversion-related injuries.

The Armor1 Ankle Roll Guard offers several key benefits. It provides ankle stability and protection for users with chronic lateral ankle instability, such as those with weak ankles or a history of frequent rolls. The outside-the-shoe design allows for retained ankle mobility and comfort, unlike traditional ankle braces. The product is also lightweight (2.4 oz), durable, and easy to put on, take off, and customize to any shoe type, including sandals and cleats.

With over 9 million ankle sprains each year in the U.S., the Armor1 Ankle Roll Guard aims to help users avoid these injuries without the discomfort and restriction of a traditional brace. The product is available for both the left and right feet, with a single size fitting the majority of adult shoe sizes (7-15). By providing a comfortable and effective solution to ankle instability, the Armor1 Ankle Roll Guard empowers users to maintain an active lifestyle while minimizing the risk of debilitating sprains.

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