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Shock Doctor 849 Ultra Gel Lace Ankle Support Black

Ankle injuries can happen to anyone, and not just to those who are physically active or those that play sports. You can incur it either through an accident or through a bad performance during training or in an actual game.

Regardless, ankle-related injuries are very painful and may take a long time to heal. To help with this, a supportive device called ankle brace can be used to assist in your full recovery. However, such wearable gear can come in so many different brands and variety.

But perhaps one of the best examples of such a product out in the current market is the Shock Doctor 849 ultra gel lace ankle support. To know what makes this particular brand so great, please read on.

Specifications

Shock Doctor 849 Ultra Gel Lace Ankle Support – back view

Unlike traditional braces, the 849 ankle brace by Shock Doctor uses internal gel material as cushions. Not only is this soothing to your foot and ankle, but it provides optimal stability as well. Furthermore, the ankle support also features a silicone gripper pattern to its foot bed, which ensures a no-slip fit. These are just some of the features you can look forward to from this specific ankle brace.

Other specifications of this Shock Doctor brace:

• Can be worn on left and right foot
• Size (ankle circumference) – S (8-8.5 in.), M (8.5-9 in.), L (9-9.5 in.), and XL (9.5-10 in.)
• Made from neoprene material with adjustable lace
• Open heel design with a non-slip footbed with silicon gripper pattern
• Features the Integrated Antimicrobial Technology to reduce odor-causing bacteria

Shock Doctor 849 Ultra Gel Lace Ankle Support – Technology explained

Features

Shock Doctor 849 Ultra Gel Lace Ankle Support White

Shock Doctor 849 Ultra Gel Lace Ankle Support: Also av ailable in white The best choice for a brace which adapts to your natural movements and ankle shape A good ankle brace shouldhave optimal support, ample compression, breathability, and ideal range of motion. All these characteristics are present in Shock Doctor’s 849 ultra gel lace ankle support.

For protection, this particular support ankle brace of Shock Doctor provides internal gel cushions, which is quite unique compared to other common ankle braces. By using gel technology, this device can adapt to your ankle’s natural contour, which delivers unrivalled comfort.

The compression wrap lacing loop system that this ankle support uses also contributes for better reinforcement. Not only that, but you naturally get more adjustment options with laces compared to strap-in methods. This gives you the freedom to readjust the applied pressure according to your need.

Although laces give you more flexibility in terms adjusting compression levels, some will argue that the straightforwardness of straps, like Velcro, is far more practical and less time-consuming. However, it all really just boils down to a decision between efficacy and efficiency. The choice is entirely up to you.

Pressure is an important factor in the continued healing of your injured ankle since it stops further swelling and inflammation. So by having adjustable laces, you can easily achieve an ideal compression fit and therapeutic warmth, thus increasing the speed of your recuperation.

As far as foot position is concerned, this Shock Doctor’s footbed is able to conform to your foot’s anatomy, leaving you with a natural fit. Plus, with the silicone gripper pattern on its surface, your foot is guaranteed to hold firmly and will not easily slip-up, not to mention, it also works well in securing your shoe.

When it comes to the alignment of your foot, this ankle brace pre-curved tongue design has it covered. This framework will ensure that you can slip your foot in without any hitch, while ending up with a slim fit afterwards. The product’s compression wrap lacing loops also add more utility to this function.

Speaking of utility, the 849 ultra gel ankle support brace by Shock Doctor also has its own finger tabs at the exterior corners of its top entry hole. This yields a convenient way for you to widen the opening of the brace, which results in the seamless insertion of your foot. Just grab the stretchable tabs, pull, and then slide your foot in, it’s as simple as that.

About the previous paragraphs, you can tell that this ankle support puts a great deal of effort in keeping your injured foot still, which is an important factor in the concept of immobilization. As you may or may not know, immobilizing an injured body part is vital in its healing process, or to be more specific, in the prevention of further harm to it. This ankle support can help you recover from your injury and be able to perform in your sport fast.

The bacterial build-up is also not a problem with this specific brand of ankle brace. Thanks to its integrated antimicrobial technology, you no longer have to concern yourself with potential skin irritations or any foul smells during your recovery or in any of your practice. The breathable neoprene material that is used to make the brace also contributes in this regard.

As a safety reminder, this type of ankle brace contains traces of latex, so if you have an allergy to such material, you might have to forego from the device entirely. However, if size is your concern, then it won’t be any problem with this brand since it is available in small up to extra-large. Just refer to the manufacturer’s ankle circumference chart below, and you’ll be good to go.

Shock Doctor 849 Ultra Gel Lace Ankle Support – sizes

Pros and Cons

The Shock Doctor 849 ultra gel lace ankle support is a product that is almost without flaw, but its advantages definitely overshadows its subtle shortcomings. Features like the compression wrap lacing system and the internal gel cushions, all work concurrently to deliver remarkable support and pressure application to your ankle, which aids in faster healing.

You also won’t have to deal with skin irritations thanks to its integrated antimicrobial technology, and breathable neoprene material. And with its anatomic footbed and pre-curved tongue design, your foot fits in naturally, and will have better alignment and blood flow.

The traces of latex in the device unfortunately makes it unsuitable for people with allergies to such substance. The laces may also be hard to lace up especially if you have excessive swelling.