Aircast A60 Ankle Support Brace

Questions on Aircast A60 Ankle Support Brace

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• From Alison at 3/19/10 3:27 PM
  • This brace looks like it's made up of fabric...how does it provide support? Is it better support than if I taped my ankle?
  • The Aircast A60 is made of a fabric called Breath-O-Prene which is designed to keep your foot cool and dry. It provides support with the help of a stabilizer located on either side of the ankle (the gray strap in the photo), it is molded at a 60 degree angle to help protect against ankle sprains and rollovers.
    
    
    
• From SG at 3/25/10 6:59 AM
  • Is it light weight and can it be worn in any shoe without causing bulk? also I have found that shoe size is hard to find a fit by due to having larger calves, so If I wear a 7.5 womens shoe what size would you recommend.
  • The Aircast A60 is light weight and can be worn in most shoes without an issue. As with all ankle braces there is some bulk added that will require you to loosen the the shoe laces a bit. That is something you'd have to with almost any fairly supportive ankle brace like the A60. For your size shoe you would need a Small. You can see the size chart in the size chart tab on this page.
• From Tennis Ankle Brace at 3/27/10 1:27 PM
  • Based on what I read, I have a grade 1 ankle sprain from an inversion that happened around Thanksgiving 2009. I use a Mueller brace (no plastic, just the lace-up with cross-straps) now. I’m still having some issues and wonder if one of these aircast A60’s or the airsport might be better. The sport is tennis. Trying to take it easy but the ankle is just not completely back.
    
    What is your recommendation of a brace for tennis? It seems like what causes the pain is more of a twisting motion to the left off my right foot.
  • The Aircast A60 is an excellent Ankle Brace for Tennis and other court sports. In fact, Tennis Pro Andy Murray wears the Aircast A60 Ankle Brace. It fits into a tennis shoe nicely and will give you the stability and protection you need. The support system is far stronger than what you have with the you lace up Mueller Ankle Brace.
• From Elena Pearson at 4/2/10 8:37 AM
  • I wear a size 5 women's shoe. Will the Aircast A60 fit or will it be too large to provide the necessary support?
    
    Thanks
  • The Aircast A60 Ankle Support Sized Small will accommodate up to 8.5 Womens shoe size.
    
    If the Aircast A60 is feeling loose, you can tighten the brace as needed.
• From david at 4/13/10 11:10 AM
  • my shoe size is 11.5-12 which means i'm in between a medium and large on the ankle brace. which size should i purchase? thank you.
  • We recommend going to the next size up if you are between sizes.
• From Tony at 4/26/10 8:01 PM
  • I have injured my right ankle numerous times hiking due to my weak ankle rolling out and causing injury. Will the Aircast A60 Ankle Support give me the needed support while hiking on the trails irregular surfaces?
  • The Aircast A60 Ankle Support is a great brace to wear while hiking. The 60degree molded supports help provide ligament support and help prevent ankle rollovers while active. Its light breathable fabric and low profile design fits easily and comfortably inside any athletic shoe.
• From Steve D. at 5/19/10 8:16 AM
  • I surf 4-5 times a week and would like to know if this brace is ok to use in the ocean?
  • The Aircast A60 Ankle Support can be worn in the water. To maintain the life of the brace rinse with fresh water and air dry after use in salt/chlorinated water.
• From Andy at 6/10/10 7:19 PM
  • On the actual aircast website they have sizing listed 2 ways. One is via shoe size (which is on this site) the other is via ankle circumference with the following chart:
    
    Ankle Circumference Sizing:
    Small: 10 - 12.5" (25 - 32 cm)
    Medium: 12 - 14" (30 - 36 cm)
    Large: 13.5 - 16" (34 - 41 cm)
    
    How does one measure ankle circumference (where exactly do you take the measurement?) I'm going to assume circumference of ankle will be more important than shoe size. Thank you.
  • To take the ankle circumference measure from the base of the heel around the center of the ankle bone.
• From Andres Ramirez at 7/1/10 8:30 PM
  • I play soccer, is the Aircast A60 recommended for soccer use? Will it interfere with my shin guards? I want something low profile. Are these the best support for both my ankles during play? Thanks.
  • Yes, The Aircast A60 Ankle Support is great for soccer. The low profile design will not interfere with your gear and the molded 60deg support will protect your ankle from injury.
• From Karen at 7/7/10 8:57 AM
  • I don't like ankle braces that i have to fight to put on. Am i going to have to shove my foot in these braces? I currently have a brace that is loose and easily slips over foot and I tighten it with velcro.
    
    
  • The Aircast A60 is very easy to apply and has an open design to easily accommodate your foot.
• From Federico at 11/25/10 5:09 AM
  • Dear Sir
    
    I injured my right ankle (pain was on the upper-right side) playing soccer about 6 moths ago. I´m now 80% recoverd and I know I´ll have to use an ankle brace from now on.
    I practice tennis, soccer and jogging very frequently.
    What would you recommend: the Aircast A60 or the Aircast Airsport??
    
    Thanks for your prompt answer.
    Regards,
    
    Federico
  • We'd recommend the Aircast A60.
• From Nancy at 12/21/10 2:37 PM
  • I am an obese female with larger than average ankle and calf and am prone to at least moderate swelling on a daily basis. I am three months post severe ankle sprain ( and tibial plateau fracture). The air splint my orthopod gave me is molded for ankle curves I don't have and cuts into my foot and ankle, adding to my pain. I've just started full weight bearing and find I am still in need of moderate support. This brace is advertised as preventative. But, will it serve as support for a recovering sprain as well? Also, will it stretch to comfortably fit a larger ankle and lower leg?
  • The A60 is intended for prophylactic or light support. It would not be appropriate for your stage of healing.
    More appropriate braces include the Air-Stirrup Universe, Velocity, or RocketSoc ankle braces.
• From Jeremy at 3/1/11 5:21 PM
  • I'm an ultra runner and am looking for a good right side ankle support....will the A60 suffice for long distance running? im a size 11.5-12 running shoe, what size would you recommend?
  • The A60 ankle support will be a good choice for lateral ankle support during running. With your size of foot, I would suggest getting the large size.
• From Janet at 3/8/11 7:29 AM
  • Over the past several years, I have a problem with my left ankle rolling to the outside. The last two occasions of this happening have caused me to fall to the ground in public places. I am now very concerned that this will be a reoccurring and embarrassing problem for me. What type of ankle support would you recommend to give me the confidence that my ankle will not roll? Also, I need a support that fits in an 8 shoe size and will be comfortable for me to wear on a daily basis. I'm am a avid hiker and also work in my garden, so I would like something I can depend upon for support.
    
    Thank you for the information.
    
    Janet
  • Janet, thank you for taking the time to email us here at www.betterbraces.com regarding your Ankle Injury and getting the best Ankle Brace for your condition. Our Donjoy Velocity Ankle Brace is the best on the market for joint stability and will assist you in keeping your ankle from rolling in and out while walking.
    
    
• From Leslie at 5/9/11 7:46 AM
  • Do you know how the A60 works for golfers? I recently had a stress fracture and would like to know if this product will help. Thanks.
  • The A60 is going to give you support on the outside of your ankle to help keep it from rolling. It will give you some support as you walk around the golf course, depending how far out you are from your fracture, you may need to do something a little stronger. If you are just recently out you could look at the Air stirrup Ankle brace for a little more support. If you are further along, the A60 will work just fine.
• From Holly at 5/9/11 4:32 PM
  • My daughter is recovering from an ankle injury (hematoma and scar tissue). She wants to provide a little more support for her soccer practices? Will this fit in soccer cleats and is the range of motion compromised?
  • The A60 will fit into a soccer cleat and still allow her full range of motion. It gives added support on the outside of the ankle, to help prevent it from rolling.
• From Daniele Ferrarini at 5/23/11 8:06 AM
  • goodmorning, i'm interested about an ankle brace.
    i've sprained my ankle 4 months ago , and now i notice that i have some instability, i do a lot of sport ( running, skateboarding,snowboarding,gym ecc) i need a brace that prevent me from another sprain.
    i can't decide between aircast a60 and airsport, i prefer the a60 because it's less bulky, but i'm worried that it can't support my ankle as well as the airsport do ( because the talo-fibular reinforcement)
    
    which one is best for me?
    
    thanks, regards
  • Hey Daniele,
    If you're looking for something in between the A60 and the AirSport then I recommend the Donjoy Stabilizing Ankle. It will be cloth material with laces and figure 8 strapping so it is not as bulky as the Airsport, yet still stronger and more supportive than the A60. I hope this helps.
    
    Thanks
• From test at 9/22/11 3:51 PM
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• From Jaz at 10/13/11 5:45 PM
  • Hello.
    
    I suffered a Weber C fracture just over 2 months ago playing Rugby when I slipped and fell awkwardly, dislocating my foot. It was a complete fracture of the fibula about 3 inches or so above the ankle, this required a plate. I also damaged the deltoid ligament which required cleanup surgery and the syndesmosis ligaments which required a fixation screw through the bones.
    
    I wish to resume sprinting and Non-Contact Rugby soon after my syndesmosis screw is removed. Would this brace be sufficient in preventing re injury to the ligaments? The scarring/plate in my leg extends to about 6-7 inches from the floor, would this brace cover it to reduce the pain if I was to get direct contact to that area? If not, which brace should I look at? The brace must fit in a football/soccer boot comfortably.
    
    Thank you
  • The best product for your condition is the Donjoy Velocity ES brace. Should you have any other questions please let us know.
• From Iam Importo at 10/13/11 1:34 PM
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• From Debbie at 11/9/11 7:16 AM
  • Do you recommend the A60 Brace for volleyball?
  • The A60 would be a good brace for them if they are only having lateral issues. If they need support on the medial side as well, then I would suggest looking at the Airsport.
• From Caitlin at 12/19/11 4:50 PM
  • I'm having problems deciding between the A60 and the Air Sport. I've ruptured two of the three major ligaments in my left ankle. I have major instability problems; my ankle constantly inverts. I'm trying to avoid surgery through physical therapy but I'm finding I need a brace for daily wear. My doctor doesn't want me to wear my Don Joy Velocity as an everyday brace because he wants my muscles to strengthen and work harder to imitate the stability actions of the ligaments I lost. I also have an Air Cast but that still allows my ankle to roll and doesn't provide as much stability as I would like. I'm leaning more towards the A60 because it's less bulky, but I would like a second opinion.
    
    Thank you
  • Hi Caitlin,
    
    The A60 will provide moderate support. I also reccommend the DonJoy Stabilizing ankle. It is more supportive than the A60, but not as much as the Velocity.
    
    If you have additional questions, please call 1-800-553-6019.
    
    Have a nice day.
• From Kevin at 1/5/12 6:36 AM
  • I consider my ankles to be weak(er) due to several sprains and strains through the years from various exercising, running, sports, etc. I always "think" about them while running and if I do any warmup stretching, I always focus on my ankles. To say they are an issue would be an understatement. Either way, I recently rolled my right ankle outwards while trail running and am back to the drawing board for running support. I own Active Ankles T2 braces (from past volleyball days), but they don't seem adequate or feasible to run in. What brace would you recommend for me? I am concerned about rubbing during my longer trail runs but really do need the support. My running shoe sizes are between 10-11, while street shoes are about 9.5-10.
    
    Thank you,
    Kevin
  • AirSport Ankle Brace or Donjoy Velocity Ankle Brace would be recommended for your condition and activity level.

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