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.
SHOP NOW2022 NBA Launchpad Portfolio-Unternehmen
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.
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.
SHOP ANKLE PROTECTIONWhy 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.
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.
Blazingly fast support
Adaptive ankle support reacts to sudden movements 3-4x faster than your body, giving you medical-grade support in an instant.
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.*
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.
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.
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.
Blazingly fast support
Adaptive ankle support reacts to sudden movements 3-4x faster than your body, giving you medical-grade support in an instant.
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.*
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.
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 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.
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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Nils Lichtlein at the 2024 European Handball Championships with The BetterGuard
Nils has been a tester of our Betterguards system for many years. He was there when we tested our first prototype in cooperation with Füchse Berlin. It was clear to him that the innovative technol...
Review: The BetterGuard a Game Changer in Injury Prevention?
"As soon as active stability is trained again and when you go back to the field and in the preventative area, The BetterGuard is undoubtedly a game-changer. This is where The BetterGuard can fully ...
Daniel “Booby” Gibson and our ankle brace for basketball
"The fact that the product is so comfortable to wear makes it so perfect solution for use in professional sports . Because as an athlete you want a product that... does not limit its performance ."