Functional ankle support as an alternative to tape bandaging with friction pads and an inelastic lateral rein. INDICATIONS Acute capsular ligament rupture Ankle arthrosis Chronic capsular ligament instability Post-operative foot & ankle Primary and secondary prophylaxis of sprains, especially during sport Stabilisation of the lower ankle EFFECTIVENESS / TECHNOLOGY Gentle on the skin Proven at least equivalent protection effect to a tape bandage with significantly less loosening under load Reduction of the risk of supination trauma Reinforces proprioception Stabilisation of the anterior talo-fibular ligament and fibulo-calcaneal ligament. Figure 8 reins and two further corrective reins in the forefoot area for improved foot lifting and pronation position through greater leverage Non-elasticated lateral strap