When appropriate. The Ultra CTS provides rotational stability to the lower leg to help reduce stress on the injured ligaments and protect against further injury. Whether you should continue playing depends on the severity of your injury and your individual situation. Follow the guidance of your athletic trainer or healthcare professional before returning to competition.
Yes. Place the bottom of the Ultra CTS underneath your custom orthotic insole for a proper fit.
The Ultra CTS fits most athletic shoes. Loosen your laces more than usual before inserting your foot and brace, then retighten for a comfortable, secure fit.
The Ultra CTS is designed for people dealing with ankle arthritis, chronic ankle pain, and weight-bearing pain during standing and walking. It also provides rotational stability for athletes recovering from high ankle sprains.
Yes. Wear the Ultra CTS inside your shoes or boots for 15–20 minutes at a time. Body heat gradually custom form-fits the brace to your foot and ankle for a more personalized, comfortable fit.
For our Ultra Zoom, Ultra High-5, and Ultra CTS ankle braces we offer a 60-day return policy. We want you to wear the brace. There is a 30-day return policy on our Ultra 360 ankle brace.
If you’re wearing an Ultra Zoom, Ultra CTS, or Ultra High-5, we don’t recommend it. Taping underneath a hinged ankle brace can create additional friction against the skin, which may lead to chafing or blisters. The Ultra 360 can be worn over athletic tape if additional taping is desired.
This can be normal for a hinged ankle brace as the hinge can dry out over time. Simply spray the hinges with a silicon-based lubricant and then wipe off the excess with a rag.
Yes. Place the bottom of the Ultra High-5 underneath your orthotic insole for a proper fit.
The Ultra High-5 fits most athletic shoes and low- to mid-top hiking and work boots. It is not designed for high-top boots. Loosen your laces more than usual before inserting your foot and brace, then retighten for a secure fit.