The mcdavid 4 way elastic ankle sleeve with straps gives level 2 advanced protection to help reduce the pain from arthritis bursitis and tendonitis the sleeve ensures a great fit and excellent compression without retaining heat thanks to the 4 way stretch elastic material the wrap around figure of 8 strap provides stability support and comfort and there is a gel buttress that targets soft tissue the sleeve is made for either right or left ankles and will suit those with neoprene allergies