Orthopedic brace and method of use
a brace and orthopedic technology, applied in the field of orthopedic braces, can solve the problems that traditional treatment methods, such as ankle injuries, involving rest/isolation of joints, thermal (ice) therapy, may not be as effective, and achieve the effects of reducing pain, increasing rigidity, and constant and optimal pressur
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[0021]FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an ankle brace 100 according to an aspect of the invention. A generally rectangular, flexible main body panel 110 may be constructed of neoprene, AIRPRENE,® nylon or any other suitable fabric or a combination thereof and may include cooperating fasteners 112 and 114, which may comprise hook-and-loop type fasteners such as VELCRO,® or other fasteners for securing the main body panel in an encircling position on a human leg or ankle. Alternate fasteners may be used, such as buttons, clasps or other releasable, non-permanent fastening devices or materials. Main body panel 110 may also be provided with a shank retaining panel 120, fastened thereto by stitching or other fastening implements, and which forms a pocket 122 with the main body panel for retaining a rigid or semi-rigid shank or reinforcing member 130 therein. The shank or reinforcing member 130 may be constructed of metal, such as aluminum, plastic, such as Ultra High Molecular Weight (UHM...
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