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THE BETTERGUARD 2.0 ANKLE BRACE

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BEST ANKLE BRACE FOR SPRAINED ANKLE

MOBILITY x SUPPORT

Experience adaptive ankle protection

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BEST ANKLE BRACES FOR SPORTS

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Ankle protection trusted by the pros

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SPORTS MEDICINE MEETS SPORTS TECHNOLOGY

SCIENCE-BACKED RESULTS

Designed and tested by leading sports scientists

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The best all sports ankle brace in black and white

The BetterGuard 2.0

A huge leap in performance innovation

The ultimate ankle support for elite athletes — The BetterGuard 2.0 is a super lightweight and ultra-comfy ankle brace built for those who want to avoid ankle injuries and perform at their peak without traditional ankle support weighing them down.

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✅ Protection
✅ Recovery
✅ Performance

The BetterGuard does that
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ADAPTIVE ANKLE SUPPORT

Ankle protection with uncompromising performance

Supercharged by adaptive ankle stabilizing technology, The BetterGuard uses micro-hydraulic pistons to enable natural mobility with dynamic support. It reacts to sudden movements and activates on impact to stabilize the ankle joint up to 4x faster than your body.

NBA LAUNCHPAD, BETTERGUARDS

2022 NBA Launchpad Portfolio Company

Fueled by a decade of working with athletes and a constant drive to innovate, we're inspiring better movement around the world. In 2022, Betterguards was selected by NBA Launchpad to work alongside league and team officials focusing on innovation in the prevention and rehabilitation of ankle injuries.

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AMON-RA ST. BROWN, BETTERGUARDS

Why we made this

Imagine your journey without setbacks

An estimated 2,000,000 ankle injuries happen annually in the U.S. alone. One simple misstep can sideline you from the game you love. We made The BetterGuard so you can worry less about ankle sprains and focus more on achieving your goals.

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Why thousands of athletes around the world love The BetterGuard

The perfect blend of protection and performance — The BetterGuard gives you the essential ankle support you need without compromising what matters most.

BEST ANKLE BRACE, HIGH RANGE OF MOTION
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Move freely, play fearlessly

Experience freedom of movement confidently without sacrificing support. The BetterGuard ankle brace moves with you, so you can push your boundaries and play fearlessly.

ANKLE SUPPORT BRACE
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Blazingly fast support

Adaptive ankle support reacts to sudden movements 3-4x faster than your body, giving you medical-grade support in an instant.

BASKETBALL ANKLE SUPPORT
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Return to play

The BetterGuard aids in return to play, so you spend less time recovering from injuries and more time doing what you love.*

FOOTBALL ANKLE BRACE WITH COMPRESSION SOCK
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Featherlight design

Barely there yet powerfully supportive, The BetterGuard's double-layer compression socks wear like second skin. They're remarkably lighter than traditional rigid and lace-up ankle braces, so you can achieve your goals without bulky ankle braces holding you back.

FOOTBALL ANKLE SUPPORT
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Truly wearable technology

Focus on your game, not your screen. We skipped unnecessary frills to build the most functional injury prevention, recovery, and performance technology. Experience the freedom of movement and intuitive functionality that complements your active lifestyle.

01

Move freely, play fearlessly

Experience freedom of movement confidently without sacrificing support. The BetterGuard ankle brace moves with you, so you can push your boundaries and play fearlessly.

02

Blazingly fast support

Adaptive ankle support reacts to sudden movements 3-4x faster than your body, giving you medical-grade support in an instant.

03

Return to play

The BetterGuard aids in return to play, so you spend less time recovering from injuries and more time doing what you love.*

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Featherlight design

Barely there yet powerfully supportive, The BetterGuard's double-layer compression socks wear like second skin. They're remarkably lighter than traditional rigid and lace-up ankle braces, so you can achieve your goals without bulky ankle braces holding you back.

05

Truly wearable technology

Focus on your game, not your screen. We skipped unnecessary frills to build the most functional injury prevention, recovery, and performance technology. Experience the freedom of movement and intuitive functionality that complements your active lifestyle.

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Explore every detail

Explore The BetterGuard's intuitive design in stunning detail. Click and drag to view the product from any angle. Discover how each meticulously crafted component works together to deliver exceptional athletic performance with superior support and unmatched freedom of movement.

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AMON-RA ST. BROWN, BEST ALL SPORTS ANKLE BRACE

Amon-Ra St. Brown

All Pro WR, Detroit Lions

The reason I really like Betterguards' ankle brace is the technology is second to none. You don't really notice The BetterGuard when you're wearing it, almost like a compression sock. But as soon as you make a violent move or violent twist and turn that your body might not be ready for, it's going to activate. It's going to kick in and it's definitely going to prevent some serious injuries… Just wearing The BetterGuard could save you from missing 4 – 8 weeks of your season, or even an ankle injury that could be much worse.

FRANZ WAGNER, NBA ANKLE BRACES

Franz Wagner

F, Orlando Magic

After struggling with tape and other ankle braces for years, I wanted to find the lightest-weight brace that would still give me the support I need and let me still move like I want to. I’m embracing the minimalist approach of The BetterGuard because it’s actually much better for us to have freedom of movement in an ankle brace vs. wearing the enormous ankle braces people used to play in before.

NBA ANKLE BRACE

Wally Blase

NBA Alumni Athletic Trainer: Chicago Bulls & Atlanta Hawks
VP of Sports and Performance Health for Fusionetics Sports Science

As an athletic trainer who has worked for over 30 years, at every level of sport: from high school to NCAA Division I & II, and then onto professional sport in the NFL and NBA, I have had the opportunity to see multiple innovative products come onto the market over the years, that have made an incredible impact on performance as well as injury prevention for athletes across all levels of play. The most recent innovation that has become a game changer for athletes is The BetterGuard ankle brace. The lightweight and comfortable brace is second to none in their design for comfort and performance for the athlete, but the key to its uniqueness is their next level protection that is unlike any other ankle brace in the world.  Their patented "Protection System" is one of a kind and cannot be found in any other brace on the market. I highly recommend The BetterGuard brace for any athlete that is looking for support and protection without sacrificing performance, movement and comfort.

ANKLE BRACE MADE FOR NBA PLAYERS

Daniel Booby Gibson

Former PG, Cleveland Cavaliers

My NBA career ended early due to ankle injuries that occurred over and over again. They are inevitable in our game. With The BetterGuard available, I am happy to represent a product that will help to prevent others from going through the same experiences I had. The fact that the product offers such great comfort makes it the perfect fit for use in professional sports. Because as an athlete, you want a product that won’t restrict you in your performance.

BYU ATHLETIC TRAINER, BETTERGUARDS

Judd Franson

Head Athletic Trainer, BYU Baseball

The BetterGuard has been very beneficial on a few of my athletes with ankle problems, both acute and chronic. The issue with most ankle braces is the bulky and clunky feel and the constant adjust and re-adjust. With BetterGuards there is none of that. The sleeve sock is very comfortable and very easy to use. But most importantly is the amount of support that the brace provides in that lateral ankle. Athletes have the freedom to move all while feeling the support. This product is a game changer.

UNLV BASKETBALL ANKLE BRACE

Isaiah Cottrell

F, UNLV Mens Basketball

The BetterGuard is the best ankle protection with an integrated mini-piston & closure system that works like a safety harness for ankle joints, it provides a full range of motion with protection in critical situations.

NFL FOOTBALL ANKLE BRACE

Equanimeous St. Brown

WR, New Orleans Saints

I feel all players should wear The BetterGuard — not just in practice but, also in games — because injury is such a big part of the game. I think the injury rate is 100% in football. I personally suffered an ankle injury my second year and missed the whole year. I definitely could've used The BetterGuard a couple years ago, but I'm happy to have it now.

BEST ANKLE BRACE FOR ATHLETES

Kendell Petersen

Midfielder, BYU Soccer
2023 Academic All Big 12

When I play with The BetterGuard I hardly feel it at all. I feel like I can cut and kick exactly how I want to. It’s just nice knowing I have that extra support without feeling like I have an ankle brace on.

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Mo Wagner

C, Orlando Magic

The first time I tried it on I knew it was different than any of the braces I tried before. Similar to tape, it’s super lightweight and fits easily inside my shoes, but The BetterGuard is way more convenient. During games, if your ankle starts to twist then you can feel The BetterGuard adapter tighten so it stops your ankle from turning. Then it goes back to normal so fast it’s like you don’t have to worry about it slowing you down at all.

MATAS BUZELIS, ANKLE BRACE

Don't let ankle sprains sideline your season

Recover faster, train harder, and dominate the competition. Get the BetterGuard ankle brace and experience uncompromising performance.

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