Jeanne S.
Mostly Comfortable
I may purchase a second, but this is not a perfect night splint. Things I like: The height on my leg is nice. It is not so high that the brace interferes with my ability to bend my knee when I sleep. Most night splints are way too tall for my short legs. I also like that the ankle strap can be moved, but if you move it too far, the buckle strap over it becomes useless. The padding is comfortable, but I suggest wearing a cotton sock if you sweat a lot. Things I do not like: The toe strap bothers my toes, so I do not use it. I wish the strap was more narrow and close to my ankle. My toes do not like any pressure on or near them. The Velcro-style hook and loop fasteners are not as strong as they could be. The adhesive pulls off of the plastic whenever I remove the padding for cleaning or make any positioning adjustments. I am also afraid that the hook and loop fasteners will wear out over time. It seems like this is the weak point in the materials. Conclusion: I was able to fasten the toe strap out of the way around the bottom of the brace then move the ankle strap just a bit down toward my toes. My foot wiggles slightly from side to side, but it never comes out of the brace. Overall, this is one of the best braces I have used, but it is not a perfect match for my needs. The adjustable ankle strap and the shorter height are definite positives.