Step One

Peel and Prepare

Peel off the clear backing to expose the adhesive side of Up Ankle, making the foam ready for placement. If preferred, you may lightly press the adhesive onto a soft fabric surface before use to reduce stickiness.

Note: The gentle silicone adhesive is designed to help keep the foam in place during application. Adhesive will last longer if Up Ankle is stored on the glossy side of packaging insert when not in use. Typically lasts through the length of the sprain.

Step Two

Apply Up Ankle to swollen ankle

Apply the adhesive side of Up Ankle to the inside or outside of the ankle based on the area where swelling is present. Position the oval opening around the ankle bone, with the open end of the “U” oriented upward along the lower leg. If swelling is present on both sides of the ankle, Up Ankle may be placed on each side.

Step Three

Wrap with compression wrap or sleeve

Use your favorite compression wrap or sleeve to keep gentle pressure over the Up Ankle and the joint. If using a compression wrap, begin wrapping at the base of the toes and work upward, covering the skin to just above the foam. Overlap each layer by about half and apply light, even tension. The contoured shape of Up Ankle helps focus compression over common swelling pockets around the joint.

Step Four

Continue following the RICE method as much as possible while swelling and pain persists (RICE = Rest, Ice, Compression using Up Ankle, Elevation)

Swelling is focerd out of the pockets of the joint and trapped up along the inside of the "U". Designed to be worn at night and while resting. Continue using while swelling is present along with RICE method.

Up Ankle is intended to maximize compression and reduce swelling for common ankle sprains. It is not a replacement for medical treatment, if symptoms persist seek medical advice.