Bauerfeind - MalleoTrain Plus - Ankle Brace - Extra Stability for the Ankle Joints and Tendons - Left Foot - Size 3 - Color Titanium

The malleo ankle brace was recommended by my surgeon when I continued to have pain and swelling from the average ankle lace up brace.First, some background to give you a better judgment if this may work for you. I had a tendon repair (ankle), tarsal osteotomy, and calcaneous osteotomy.Pros: As stated in the description, this brace fits into a tennis shoe, which was huge for me as I went back to work as a nurse. Previously I was wearing Hey Dudes with the foot swelling and a lace up brace, because lace brace wouldn't fit into anything! So a brace plus a tennis shoe plus better ankle support..heck yes!The brace has bulk like pads around ankle that claims to message as you walk (now I can't feel that, but I'm sure it works.) (You see my foot is still tremendously swollen 5 months after surgery.) What I do know, is that it feels 110% better than a lace up brace!!My ankle does seem to be a little less swollen at the end of the shift when I use this brace. Now I follow up with an incrediwear ankle sleeve at night (yes a different brand, and different ankle product, but it tremendously reduces my swelling).Cons: Manufacturer recommends this brace to be on bare skin and after being on a 10 hr shift, honey your foot is going to stink! The first 2 weeks back at work, I tried it on bare skin and then wore a very thin high heel sock over it (still major stink)(and my feet don't even sweat that bad nor stink). Week 3, I tried the high heel sock on first then put brace on top of it, since my main function for this brace was ANKLE stability and comfort, and that little sock barely came above my metatarsal and heel areas.(seemed to diminished sweat and stink a little).I wash this brace on gentle cycle without fabric softer once a week, and it DOES hold up well, but it still stinks, and stains don't come out of it. Then I air dry it.The price point of this brace is high.I can tell a major difference in support and comfort on days and times I wear the brace vs when I don't. Overall, I would buy again, I just wish the manufacturer would consider price for people who have had surgery are out of work for months and at this price point, it's a major budget hitter.

Absolutely amazing, just the right support and without all the thickness other braces have. I have plates and screws in both ankles and was so happy when they fit in my riding boots. I needed something that was supportive enough yet still gave me that flexibility to move while riding. Expensive but worth every dime if your an athlete and need more support yet remaining flexibile

Bauerfiend orthopedic braces, inserts, or cushions are the only OTC line I trust if not having a custom device made. The German engineering and quality materials are worth the cost to give you comfort and stability as you recover or for long term use.

I twisted my ankle in the weirdest way on Sunday. Immediately I ordered this while laying on the couch waiting to schedule a doc appt. Got it the next day, put it on, and was able to manage pain and mobility despite being in ridiculous pain. It was very noticeable that I wasn’t able to put any weight at all on my ankle without this brace. Today is Wednesday and I woke up feeling better than the last two days and was telling a friend how good this brace is… when I got to the doctor’s office, two nurses, the doctor himself and even the radiologist all said, “this is a great brace.” Took X-rays, and we noticed a fracture… not a hairline fracture but a full fracture. Apparently, the brace helped it keep in place and kept it from massively swelling, hence we thought it was just a ligament stretch or something minor. Thanks to this little contraption, both swelling and recovery time will be much smoother and easier. It’s worth the price and so much more… doctor was surprised because we all thought it was probably something small, but took the X-rays just in case.

Too expensive fits ok

Good value on sale. Surprisingly comfortable, reasonbly restrictive tho a bit bulky...no surprise there--the crossing fabric is lightweight but takes up space. Would definitely buy again if needed.

I have a couple different types of sleeves. This one is AMAZING. I had a trimal fracture with dislocation. 3 surgeries with the last being an ankle replacement 10/23. I still get swelling and soreness, this brace immediately takes down the swelling and I can exercise and live a normal life. Love it!!!

I received a crushed and open box and “used” was written on the front. I ordered a brand new brace for full price and got this instead. Disappointing