I bought this ankle brace after rolling my ankle twice (not an extreme sprain). I tried taping and traditional fabric/ velcro braces, but they never felt supportive enough and the fabric brace felt bulky and inflexible. The POD brace is lightweight, fits well in my cleat even with an insole, and is sturdy when bent in the direction of rolling my ankle, but flexible when I run. My only issue occurred during my first and second wears, when the top center of the brace dug into my shin/tendon and was very painful. After that I watched the DonJoy video on how to properly put the brace on and had no further issue. I would recommend wearing a tall sock and putting the brace on from a "take a knee" posture, so that weight is on the foot and the ankle is flexed. During play I occasionally pull up my sock and the back of the brace to make sure the middle of the brace is as close to the bend in the ankle as possible.

I like this ankle brace it is too tight and it goes into the shoes easy. I had a stroke and my ankle is weak every step I took I have to look down to make dure my foot won’t turn out. I bought a different one suggested by an online therapist but it is way too tight around my foot and I cannot wear it for too long because it cuts off the blood circulation but this one is comfortable but still give good support I don’t have to look down at my foot when I walk so my posture is better and my back doesn’t hurt anymore It’s amazing that it provides good support and also flexible and comfortable enough to walk with. Great product.

I returned this because my heel issue wasn’t helped by this… ended up having surgery, unfortunately.Didn’t fit right for what my issue was, but I could see this working well for others.

I have had various ankle braces for over 5 yrs...i have a disease process that has left my ankles weak...my ankles roll easily...my first brace was a.donjoy...love it but couldnt get my dr to ok a new one...i decided to try donjoy again....this brace.is great...lightweight...snug fit..and..allows you to maintain range of motion...i have a set...r and l...and will probably order another set for bedtime

Brace does work when not swollen

I was really excited to try this brace out. I had lateral ankle reconstruction surgery and I was looking for a brace that wasn’t as bulky as some of my others. Normally, DonJoy is one of the best. Unfortunately, the POD ankle brace failed to live up to expectations. It pinched, bruised, collapsed and more when worn. It wasn’t stable at all and it hurt to wear. I had the right size and everything. I wouldn’t recommend this to anyone.

I am updating the review after giving this brace a second chance. I have a chronic ankle injury, it rolls over completely and I end up landing very hard. When I wrote my initial review, it was after a particularly hard fall on concrete and I was looking for this brace to provide total protection against a roll. It won't, but it offers enough support that it will provide resistance and prevent the total slide out / collapse and me allow me to catch myself.To achieve enough support, I start with a compression sleeve to control swelling and you MUST pair it with a good lace up shoe. It doesn't have to be heavy, I use the Vasque Men's Breeze 2.0 Gore Tex low, which is essentially a reinforced waterproof tennis shoe, the combo works great. In warmer months I am tempted to wear Crocs, but the brace / compression sleeve isn't enough on it's own, it is only strong enough when the footwear is supportive too.As far as overall comfort and ease of use, it is all day comfortable provided you don't over tighten it in the morning. I tighten it pretty firmly, but am careful, otherwise it will really hurt after a couple hours. It goes on quickly and fits in my Vasque shoes nicely. It's a good looking brace.I recommend this brace for those who have a chronic recurring injury like mine.

Got this for the old man who complains about everything that is meant to keep him from twisting the rods in his ankle, especially the one specially fitted for him.After going through multiple kinds and getting more excuses why he can’t wear them, I found a couple more to try and figured what the heck.His response when he tried it on this morning “Only one kind was delivered… aDONJOY … and it’s awesome … 100% comfortable and strong. This one fits really nice. And surprisingly strong”.I’ll try to update in a couple weeks if he still likes it and if it holds up to a mechanic’s twisting and turning working on a car.

Great product! Help me a lot on my drop foot issue. I now walk in confidence