Ossur Formfit Foam Ankle Stirrup

Light, stable and comfy, the Ossur Formfit Foam Ankle Stirrup helps stabilise the ankle to alleviate pain and instability following an injury or operation. By restricting any inversion or eversion motion, this stirrup holds the ankle in the ideal position for recovery. A universal design combines with the signature Flex-Edge mould to provide the perfect fit for maximum comfort.

What's Included?

• 1 x Ankle Stirrup

Please note that this support is can be worn on either the left or right foot.

Which Size Do I Need?

The Ossur Formfit Ankle Stirrup comes in two sizes, with each adjustable in order to accommodate most patients. To find out which size you need, please refer to the sizing chart below.

Applications for the Ossur Formfit Ankle Stirrup

Designed to keep the ankle in a stable position, the Formfit Ankle Stirrup is suitable for the following application:

• Mild to severe ankle sprains
• Chronic ankle instability
• Post-cast and post-walker support
• Post-surgical use
• Injury rehabilitation

Key Features and Benefits

• Ambidextrous shell design that can be worn on either foot
• Unique Flex-Edge overmould provides soft, anatomic comfort
• Adjustable heel strap helps achieve the optimal patient fit
• Silicone dots along the foot strap prevent the foot from slipping inside the shoe
• Two bi-directional hook and loop straps secure the foot in a stable position
• Slip-resistant heel strap can be adjusted to support most ankles
• This version features a soft foam lining to provide extra malleoli protection
• Available in two sizes

How Does the Ossur Ankle Aid Recovery?

It's important to maintain ankle stability following an injury or operation to ensure quick, effective healing. Carefully engineered to provide compressive support around the malleoli, the Ossur Stirrups provide excellent stability on both sides of the foot, and feature bi-directional hook and loop straps for adjusting compression to the optimal level.

How Comfortable is the Ossur Ankle Stirrups?

Featuring a signature Flex-Edge technology, the Ossur Air Ankle Support is moulded to align with the contours of the ankle for a comfy, anatomical fit. The model features a comfortable foam lining that provides added protection and support for the malleoli.

Soft foam padding with malleoli contours

Will the Stirrups Slip Inside My Shoe?

The Ossur Ankle Support is designed to be worn over your socks, with a strap located underneath your foot that your shoe is worn on top of. While this could potentially cause slipping, the designers have included silicone dots under the strap to ensure the stirrups stay in a correct and comfy position, meaning you won't have to frequently adjust.

How to Fit the Ossur Ankle Stirrups

To fit this ankle stirrup, please follow these instructions:

1. Step into the brace and check the fit
2. Centre the side stirrups long side lower leg and ankle
3. The heel strap should be under the foot and equal on both sides
4. If required, adjust the width of the heel strap
5. Hold the stirrups against the leg while strapping the lower strap around the brace
6. Wrap the top strap then readjust the lower strap to the desired fit

Are Other Versions Of This Stirrup Available?

Two other models of the Ossur Formfit Stirrup are available with different types of liner material. Which one you choose will depend on which type of liner you find more comfortable.

• Formfit Ankle Stirrup with Air Liner
• Formfit Ankle Stirrup with Foam Liner

Documentation for the Ossur Ankle Stirrups

• User Instructions