Abstract: Two substantially planar discs sandwich pivoting joint elements therebetween. Slides, also between the discs, can move independently in a wide range of angular positions about the pivoting axis of the joint, and be fixed in any selected positions. Slides comprise two elements drawn together radially to clamp onto circumferential rims provided on the discs. Joint bending in each direction is independently controlled. Internal opposed teeth on the disc rims and slides engage when the slides are positioned.

Abstract: An improved reusable ankle wrap for effectively bracing an ankle without unduly restricting the ankle from walking and running motions and other athletic movements is provided. The ankle wrap includes an elongated elastic panel having a first fastening member secured to a first end portion thereof. A second fastening member is carried by the panel at a position spaced apart from the first fastening member to releasably engage the first fastening member when the portion of the elongated panel between said first and second fastening members is wrapped around the medial aspect of the longitudinal arch of a foot, the panel including further fastening members disposed at the other end portion thereof for releasably securably fastening the panel about an ankle and arch after the panel has been alternately wrapped about the ankle and medial aspect of the longitudinal arch in a predetermined manner.