10 Best Ankle Braces (Review) In 2021

The Med Spec ASO Ankle Stabilizer is one of the most popular lace-up ankle braces in the world. The reason is pretty simple – it provides a rock-solid support structure for your ankle and is comfortable enough to wear for a long time. The support comes from the innovative design with both stabilizing straps and laces. The lace-up design (similar to that found on a wrestling boot) stops your ankle from rolling. This design makes the Med Spec ASO Ankle Stabilizer one of the best ankle braces for sprains.

The ankle brace is made from ballistic nylon, so it’s not going to fail under heavy pressure. And, it has a tongue made from Coolflex material to keep your shin from overheating. For those of you looking to relieve muscle pain, we have prepared our selection of the best foam rollers, so check them out and pick your favorite.

Plantar Fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. If you’ve had it, you’ll know how debilitating it can be, which is why these socks are so important. CompressionZ Plantar Fasciitis Socks are designed to provide target pressure to your feet, which increases blood flow, improves circulation, and relieves inflammation. The socks are made from a mixture of nylon (75%) and Spandex (25%) to make them stretchy, but still comfortable and durable.

As compression ankle braces go, they don’t provide a very tight compression. It might not be enough for some people but you could always try to buy a size down and see if this provides your heel with added relief. If you’re buying an ankle brace for plantar fasciitis that has just started, the CompressionZ sock is perfect. If the pain is chronic, you might be better off with an OrthoSleeve FS6 Compression Foot Sleeve (featured below).

If you need serious support around your ankle, the Bracoo Ankle Support is one of the best products on the market. It has a simple and effective design that pulls tight around the ankle area and reduces the risk of inversion or eversion. The strap pulls over the foot and is tightened using two criss-cross straps that can stick to any part of the strap.

Despite being one of the cheapest ankle support braces on the market, it’s made from high-quality neoprene material. This gives it natural breathability and wicks moisture (sweat) away from your skin. The Bracoo Ankle Support has a bilateral design, which means it can fit on either foot. It’s perfect for support after an injury, but we wouldn’t recommend it for athletes who are trying to get back on the field. It’s a little too thick to fit under a sock and sports or running shoe without changing the performance.

The OrthoSleeve FS6 Compression Foot Sleeve is designed for plantar fasciitis, heel pain, and Achilles tendonitis sufferers. If you suffer from any type of circulation issue in your feet, this foot sleeve is bound to help. It’s made from Spandex (24%) and micro-nylon (76%). This combination of materials makes the sock both stretchy and tight-fitting. They’re also naturally moisture-wicking materials, so your feet shouldn’t end up all sweaty after a long day.

The OrthoSleeve FS6 Compression Foot Sleeve has 6 zones of graduated compression. That means it’s applying different levels of pressure to different parts of your feet, improving the blood flow. If you have any sort of pain in your feet – either from sports or a career spent standing on your feet – these socks will improve your life. They’re also highly recommended to those starting a career that involves a lot of standing, like nurses, doctors, and waiting staff.

This next ankle support product is a compression sleeve. It’s designed to provide targeted compression to your ankle, heel, and the arch of your foot. It won’t stop your ankle from rolling but it will increase circulation, improve blood flow, and reduce symptoms from plantar fasciitis and other circulation problems. The main thing we like about this product is the simple design – you just pull it over your foot and carry on with your day. It’s made from a combination of nylon, rubber, and spandex, which makes it slightly more durable than other products on the market. The material is also naturally moisture-wicking and breathable.

One of the best things about the Crucial Compression Ankle Brace Compression Support Sleeve is the 100% Perfect Fit Guarantee. If you’re not completely satisfied with the product, they’ll replace it with another size or refund it completely. This gives you complete peace of mind to order! You can also get impressive discounts if you buy 2, 3, or 4 packs of socks. For more great products like this, check out our guide to the best cooling towels.

The POWERLIX Ankle Brace Compression Support Sleeve is one of the most comfortable products on the market. It provides tight compression, but it doesn’t feel like your foot is being strangled. This is thanks to the knitted, high-performance fabric that feels like a comfortable sock. This is why we think it’s the best ankle braces for running and other cardio exercises. You can wear it under your sock and trainers and it will make your ankle feel more solid. However, we wouldn’t recommend it if you have a serious ankle injury.

It’s not as effective at treating blood circulation issues like plantar fasciitis. It doesn’t provide enough targeted compression to improve the blood flow in that way. It’s also not strong enough to keep your ankle from rolling. Because of this, it’s designed for minor ankle injuries. This is one of the best ankle braces for soccer, football, and other sports that involve wearing boots thanks to the low-profile design.

One of the big problems with compression sleeves is that you can’t adjust the tightness. Most of them just slip over your foot and you have to hope you’ve bought the right size. The SS Sleeve Stars have sorted this problem by providing a free bonus strap. The compression sleeves slip over your foot like normal and then you can add extra pressure with the strap. It’s completely separate from the sleeve itself, so you can have complete control over the tightness. This feature is extremely useful for people that suffer from circulation problems, because they can adjust the tightness as and when required.

This product is one of the best sellers on Amazon and it has thousands of positive reviews. Because of this, we’re happy to say that it’s one of the best compression sleeves on the market and it makes a very useful fitness gift. 

BLITZU Plantar Fasciitis Socks are designed specifically for – you guessed it – plantar fasciitis sufferers. We’ve featured a few compression socks on this list that are designed to increase circulation and blood flow – but these are worth a look. They use a 4D compression design to provide targeted compression to the important areas of the foot, without restricting your range of motion. That’s why they work so well for athletes.

Some customers have complained that the sizing on these socks runs a bit too tight. They are supposed to be tight, but you need to be careful that they don’t cut off the circulation. After half an hour of wearing them, take them off and see if the coloring has changed in your feet. The company will replace your socks with the correct size if necessary. We love the fact that these socks come in a range of bright colors. Who said compression socks all need to be black and grey?

If you’re looking for cheap and simple ankle support, this one from Candy Li is the way to go. One of the things we like best about it is the one-size-fits-all design. When you have multiple sizes to choose from, you increase the risk of buying the wrong product and leaving your ankle unsupported. Because of the simple design of the Candy Li Ankle Support, there’s no need to choose. They’ve used a high-quality elastic nylon material, which stretches far enough to support even the largest feet. It’s also pretty thin compared to most ankle support, so you can fit it easily under a thick sock and Crossfit shoes. This makes it one of the best ankle braces for volleyball, basketball, and other sports.

The Mcdavid Ankle Brace is our Premium Choice product on this list. If you have money to spend and you want to find a product that is going to provide a solid support for your damaged ankle, this is the one for you. It’s designed for people with ‘moderate to major instability’ in their ankle, which means people recovering from a broken or sprained ankle and people who’ve just had surgery.

The support is provided by ‘U’-shaped steel sides, which move with your ankle but stop it from rolling. No other ankle brace on this list provides the same level of support. Everything is held together with the lace-up system, which gives you complete control over the tightness. Despite how thick and sturdy this ankle brace is, it’s still well-ventilated. It’s made from a 2-layer polyester/vinyl mesh that allows air into the brace. Plus, it has a bilateral design, so you can use it on either foot. If you’re looking for true support for your ankle, this is the product for you.