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Bought ankle strap, wear to strengthen ankles. i'm sm, bought med. feel circulation problem when worn. how long should you wear them? wanted when walk
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Ankle straps/braces: Shouldn't be tight when worn, and if you have a circulation problem when you put them on, better take them off or loosen them. You want to see your doctor for assessment, best wishes
Answered 10/8/2018
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