OAPL Thermic Ankle Support for arthritis

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6501
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OAPL Thermic Ankle Support for arthritis

Key Benefits

  • Therapeutic warmth and gentle compression
  • Suits arthritis stiffness and chronic ankle pain
  • May support recovery from soft tissue injury
  • Ambidextrous for either ankle

Product Overview

The OAPL Thermic Ankle Support is designed for people seeking relief from arthritis related ankle discomfort and healing from soft tissue injuries. Gentle compression may help reduce swelling and support circulation whether you are walking exercising or going about your day. The OAPL Thermic Ankle sleeve helps managing chronic ankle pain or stiffness. Available in 4 sizes; for either ankle.

Product Details

OAPL Thermic Ankle Support

Suffering from repetitive ankle pain or osteoarthritis can be extremely painful and is the last thing you want if you lead an active lifestyle.

The Thermic Ankle Support from OAPL provides around-the-clock care for your afflicted ankle, utilising a combination of warmth and compression.

Features

  • Thermal ankle support for ongoing or chronic ankle injuries
  • Slim design fits in a shoe
  • Developped with heat-retaining fabric to increase blood circulation
  • Helps in the treatment of soft tissue and ankle injuries
  • TGA approved

Who Can Use the Thermic Ankle Support?

The Thermic Ankle Support is designed to maintain body heat which increases blood flow promoting elasticity of muscles, ligaments and tendons. This makes the ankle support versatile enough to improve most forms of ankle pain. In particular, this ankle sleeve is suited to:

  • Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Swollen ankles
  • Use while reintroducing activity after injury
  • Rheumatic ankle pain
  • Chronic ankle pain
  • Achilles tendonitis
  • Repetitive strain or overuse issues

How Does This Ankle Support Relieve Pain?

This ankle support is designed to relieve pain in two ways:

Heat-Retention: High quality 3mm neoprene fibres reflect body heat back toward the ankle, increasing blood circulation while soothing the area

Compression: The sleeve will provide light compression to the ankle, helping to increase blood flow, promote healing and alleviate pain

Size

The Thermic Ankle Support is available in four sizes. To determine the correct size, measure the circumference of your ankle as shown in the diagram, and refer to the table below. If you fall on a sizing boundary, we recommend choosing the larger size of the two.

Size

Ankle Circumference

Small

16 - 22cm

Medium

22 - 25cm

Large

25 - 28cm

Extra Large

28 - 32cm

Is the Thermic Ankle Support from OAPL comfortable?

As this ankle sleeve is designed to be worn for long hours of the day, it is made with durable and lightweight fabric. The pull-on design facilitates easy donning and doffing.

The ankle support is comfortable, whether you're lounging around the house or taking part in sports.

Frequently Asked Questions

The ankle support suits people managing arthritis, discomfort sports recovery or general post injury, ankle support. The warmth and compression are designed to add comfort during daily activity. Many people wear it as ongoing support rather than only during flare ups.
The support is made from breathable thermal fabric to retain warmth and help reduce stiffness. This material is designed for durability with regular wear. The fabric stays comfortable against the skin.
Yes the slim design fits comfortably inside most footwear. This makes the support practical for daily use at work or during errands. The low profile shape avoids extra bulk.
Yes wash it on a gentle cycle and air dry for the best results. Avoid high heat which may affect the compression fabric. Regular gentle washing helps keep the support fresh for daily wear.
The compression and warmth are designed to support healthy circulation which may help with swelling reduction. This makes the support useful during recovery from minor soft tissue injury. Speak with your doctor if swelling is significant or persistent.
The OAPL Thermic Ankle Support is available in four sizes from small to extra large. Check the size guide on the product page to find your fit. A correct fit gives the most effective compression and warmth.
The OAPL Thermic Ankle Support is an NDIS supported Consumables or Assistive Technology item. BetterCareMarket is a registered NDIS provider and can supply this ankle support under eligible NDIS plans. Speak with your plan manager to confirm your funding covers this assistive technology item.

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