McDavid Inc. designs and markets sports medicine, sports protection, and performance apparel for active people and athletes. We are relentless in our pursuit of preventing injuries and enhancing performance. McDavid is about highly intelligent gear that's a hybrid blend of prevention, protection and always, performance. Recovery apparel directly affects performance by influencing your ability to train fully and consistently. McDavid Recovery gear reduces lactic acid build-up, increases blood flow for faster muscle fatigue recovery and improved circulation. We virtually and literally support better performance with our unique technologies of Cross Compression and Targeted Compression. Designed to help any athlete focus on improving performance, achieving more and crushing personal bests. This laced ankle brace with adjustable "figure six" straps simulates the support provided by athletic tape and steel stays, and fits either the left or right ankle. One of the most popular ankle braces on the sports medicine market, it's meant to replace the cost and hassle of ankle taping. Features * Durable, lightweight nylon and vinyl fabric shell * Padded lining, elastic heel, and sewn-in arch support * Two "figure six" stirrup straps may be adjusted at any time without removing shoe * Straps simulate professional taping, lending additional support and protection * Ventilated tongue * Protection Level III Protection Levels McDavid offers a range of sports medicine products based on protection and support levels. Each level provides soft tissue support through compression, and may promote healing through therapeutic heat. Protection Level I, Primary: * General purpose protection * Minor pain, sprains, and instability * Relief from arthritis, bursitis, and tendonitis Protection Level II, Advanced: * Minor to moderate protection * Slight ligament instabilities or pain * Offers more protection than simple sleeves Protection Level III, Maximum: * Ultimate in protection * Moderate to major instabilities and pain * Provides the maximum level of support Sizing * XS: Men's size 6-7, women's size 7-8 * S: Men's size 8-9, women's size 9-10 * M: Men's size 9-11, women's size 10-12 * L: Men's size 11-13, women's size 12-14 * XL: Men's size 14+, women's size 15+ About McDavid In 1969, Dr. Robert F. McDavid, operating out of a basement in Bellwood, Illinois, developed what became the first widely used lateral protective knee brace in football. Today, the company manufactures more than 400 products for athletes and active people of all ages, designed to help prevent injury while enhancing performance. The company is the most recommended brand of braces among sports medical professionals, and an industry leader in sports medical products and technical performance athletic wear.Fits left or right ankle. LEVEL 3: Maximum Protection. Padded lining and reinforced closures. Ventilated tongue breathes with you. Fully adjustable without unlacing or removing shoe. Compression-comfort top strap for comfort fit. Design simulates athletic tape with figure-6 strapping pattern. Constructed of a single-layer polyester fabric for full support and minimal weight. Athletes participating in an independent study at a major research university had 3x fewer injuries when wearing the 195 ankle brace. GAME-CHANGING ADVANCEMENTS: McDavid is the First-On-Last-Off choice for athletes looking to enhance performance, increase protection, and accelerate relief and recovery, striving to be a must-have factor in every athlete's training and competition. FIND THE RIGHT FIT: This ankle brace is intended to fit “snug” for the best support. If your measurements are close to the maximum size range, we recommend sizing up for comfort. Fits men & women. ADJUSTABLE FIT: With an easily accessible top strap that compresses, you can change the fit without unlacing or removing your shoe. Fits left or right foot. SUPPORTIVE & BREATHABLE DESIGN: Our design simulates athletic tape with a figure-6 strapping pattern supporting you on and off the fields. With a ventilated tongue, your foot will able to breathe while reaching peak performance. COMFORTABLE PROTECTION: McDavid Ankle Brace is the perfect support to help prevent or recover from common ankle injuries and fits over any sock.Sport: Multi-Sport. Number of Items: 1. Unit Count: 1.0 Count. Material: Polyester. Color: Black. Age Range (Description): Adult. Use for: Ankle. Specific Uses For Product: Sprain. Size: Medium. Brand: McDavid. Best Sellers Rank: See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors. International Shipping: This item can be shipped to select countries outside of the U.S. Domestic Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues. Country of Origin: China. : B000V413TW. Manufacturer: McDavid. Date First Available: January 22, 2007. Department: ". Item model number: 195R-BK-M. Product Dimensions: 12 x 9 x 3 inches; 5.29 Ounces. Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No.