Novary ProPivot ankle protectors

Sprains: The Silent Enemy of Every Season

Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries in football.
Each year, nearly 1 in 5 football injuries involves a sprained ankle — often resulting in an average of 15 days away from the pitch. Even more striking, sprains account for up to 67% of all ankle injuries seen in players.

One bad landing. One awkward tackle.
And suddenly, weeks of competition can disappear.

When every match counts, losing momentum to a preventable injury can change an entire season.

The Research-Backed Solution: Figure-8 Cross Support

Sports science consistently points to one of the most effective protective methods: cross-strap ankle stabilization, commonly known as the figure-8 hold.

Large-scale research has shown that this type of ankle brace can reduce the risk of sprains by 2 to 3 times:

• In a full-season study of 2,081 footballers led by Timothy A. McGuine

• Across 7 randomized clinical trials reviewed by Jannick Dizon & Judy Reyes

The ProPivot™ combines a 3D compressive knit structure with a precision-engineered figure-8 cross strap, replicating this proven stabilization method — without restricting natural ankle movement or adding bulk inside the boot.

You get structured support where it matters, while maintaining agility and responsiveness.

When Minutes Matter: The 2022 World Stage

During the 2022 FIFA World Cup, Harry Kane suffered a heavy challenge that raised concerns about his availability.

Just 48 hours later, he returned to the pitch — ankle strapped using the same cross-stabilization principle. That support allowed him to remain in the starting lineup against United States men's national soccer team and continue leading England’s attack.