Table 1. .

Constructs of Subjective Factors of Brace Use^a

Use

It was clear how the brace had to be applied.

The brace was easy to apply.

I understand the way the brace works.

Quality

The brace looks attractive.

The materials of the brace are of good quality.

Comfort

The brace is comfortable to wear at rest.

The brace is comfortable to wear during training.

The brace fits well around the ankle.

I do not notice that I'm wearing the brace.

The brace stays in place during training.

The brace hurts when worn at rest.

The brace hurts when worn during specific movements.

Stability

The brace provides sufficient support to my ankle.

My ankle feels stable while wearing the brace during sports.

My ankle feels more stable while wearing the brace than without the brace.

Hindrance

The brace makes my ankle feel less flexible.

The brace negatively affects the mobility of my ankle.

The brace hinders use of my ankle during sports.

The brace negatively affects my ability to participate in sports.

Satisfaction

The brace makes me feel secure about my ankle.

I encourage other athletes to wear this brace.

I want to wear the brace during a match.

If suffering from an ankle injury, I have fewer problems with my injury by wearing the brace.

I found it annoying to wear this brace.

I prefer to use tape instead of wearing this brace.

I consider the brace suitable for use in my sport.

Value for money

This brace can be bought for between 40 and 60 euros.

Are you willing to buy this brace for preventive use after sustaining an ankle sprain for the above amount?

^aConstructs are presented in their original form.