An ankle support 10 includes a first portion which is a boot-like member 11. A preconfigured figure 8 member comprising a first strap 40 and a second strap 50 is positioned around the boot-like member. An outer member 30 is secured to the boot-like member and forms a cover to hold the preconfigured figure...http://www.google.co.uk/patents/US20020058895?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US20020058895 - ANKLE BRACE