Ankle guard with built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing cushion

CN122515531APending Publication Date: 2026-08-07CHINA THREE GORGES UNIV
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CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
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CHINA THREE GORGES UNIV
Filing Date
2026-05-26
Publication Date
2026-08-07

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Technical Problem

[0007]综上所述,现有运动护踝主要存在以下技术问题:支撑性固定无法调节,难以适配不同运动项目对支撑强度的差异化需求;减震缓冲效果不足,无法有效吸收落地冲击力,对踝关节及跟腱部位的保护不充分

Benefits of technology

[0011]本申请实施例的一种内置松紧可调弹性支撑结构及减震缓冲层的护踝,通过将松紧可调弹性支撑结构设置于护踝主体内部,区别于传统外置绑带结构,实现了支撑力度的无级调节,使用者可根据实际运动需求自由调节支撑力度大小;通过在护踝底部设置分层式减震缓冲层,有效吸收落地冲击力,降低对踝关节及跟腱的累积性损伤;通过护踝主体采用网眼面料并优化透气孔分布,显著提高了透气性能,保持脚踝部位干爽舒适;通过底部防滑纹路结构与护踝主体一体成型的设计,增加了护踝与鞋底之间的摩擦力,防止运动中护踝在鞋内滑动位移,保证支撑结构始终处于有效防护位置。

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Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of sports protection equipment, and discloses a guard ankle with an embedded elastic support structure with adjustable tightness and a shock-absorbing buffer layer. The guard ankle comprises a guard ankle body, an elastic support structure with adjustable tightness arranged in the guard ankle body, an anti-skid pattern structure arranged at the bottom of the guard ankle body, and a shock-absorbing buffer layer arranged on the guard ankle body. The elastic support structure comprises two U-shaped elastic strips and a knob type stepless adjusting mechanism, the mechanism is arranged on the outer side of the guard ankle body, and comprises a knob, a coaxial winding wheel and two traction lines. One end of the traction line is wound around the winding wheel, and the other end is connected with the inner and outer free ends of the two U-shaped elastic support strips respectively. The knob is rotated to drive the winding wheel to synchronously wind and unwind the traction line, the tension of the elastic support strip is continuously adjusted, and the supporting force is steplessly adjustable. The application can adapt to the differentiated support requirements of different sports scenes, has excellent shock-absorbing buffering, and takes into account the protection and comfort.
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Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of sports protective equipment technology, and in particular to an ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer. Background Technology

[0002] Ankle braces are essential sports protective gear, playing a crucial role in protecting the ankle joint and preventing sprains during high-intensity sports such as basketball, soccer, and running. The ankle joint is one of the most weight-bearing joints in the human body, bearing enormous impact and torsional forces during sudden stops, changes of direction, and landings from jumps, making it a high-risk area for sports injuries.

[0003] Currently, there are many types of sports ankle braces on the market, which can be mainly divided into three categories according to their structure: elastic slip-on ankle braces, strap-on ankle braces, and semi-rigid ankle braces. Elastic slip-on ankle braces have a simple structure and are easy to wear, but their support is limited; strap-on ankle braces provide additional support through external straps, but the straps are exposed and easily snagged, and their breathability is poor; semi-rigid ankle braces have rigid support strips, providing better support, but their wearing comfort is poor, and prolonged use can easily cause stuffiness and discomfort.

[0004] An adjustable support ankle brace disclosed in Chinese patent CN219700242U uses a stirrup-style structure with an ankle brace, and the tightness is adjusted by an adjustment band between the two support parts. However, this technical solution uses a rigid support structure, resulting in a limited adjustment range and an inability to achieve stepless adjustment of support strength. Furthermore, the rigid support structure leads to poor breathability, causing stuffiness during prolonged wear.

[0005] An ankle support device disclosed in Chinese patent CN118491069A provides dual protection by using a rigid and a flexible wearable component to support the ankle joint. While this technical solution combines support and cushioning functions, the limiting structure of the rigid wearable component can only restrict the adduction and eversion angles of the ankle joint, and its support force is a fixed value that cannot be adjusted according to the needs of different sports scenarios. Furthermore, the rigid structure results in a relatively large overall weight, affecting the flexibility of movement.

[0006] A dual-adjustable ankle brace disclosed in Chinese patent CN219353129U uses a separate design for the front and rear ankle wraps, combined with adjustable straps on both sides, to achieve "dual adjustment" of size and tightness. While this technical solution has a certain ability to adapt to different sizes, its adjustable straps are external bandages, and the support method is circumferential compression, lacking directional support for the sides and back of the ankle, resulting in limited shock absorption and cushioning effects.

[0007] In summary, existing sports ankle braces mainly suffer from the following technical problems: the support and fixation cannot be adjusted, making it difficult to adapt to the different support strength requirements of different sports; the shock absorption and cushioning effect is insufficient, failing to effectively absorb the impact force upon landing, and providing inadequate protection for the ankle joint and Achilles tendon. Summary of the Invention

[0008] This application aims to at least partially address one of the technical problems in the related art.

[0009] Therefore, one objective of this application is to provide an ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer, which can achieve stepless adjustment of support strength to adapt to the different needs of different sports scenarios, while having excellent shock absorption and breathability, and taking into account both protection and comfort.

[0010] To achieve the above objectives, the first aspect of this application provides an ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and a shock-absorbing buffer layer, comprising an ankle brace body; an adjustable elastic support structure disposed inside the ankle brace body; an anti-slip textured structure disposed at the bottom of the ankle brace body; and a shock-absorbing buffer layer disposed on the ankle brace body.

[0011] This application provides an ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer. By incorporating the adjustable elastic support structure inside the main body of the ankle brace, unlike traditional external strap structures, it achieves stepless adjustment of support strength, allowing users to freely adjust the support intensity according to their actual exercise needs. A layered shock-absorbing buffer layer at the bottom of the ankle brace effectively absorbs the impact of landing, reducing cumulative damage to the ankle joint and Achilles tendon. The use of mesh fabric and optimized ventilation hole distribution in the main body of the ankle brace significantly improves breathability, keeping the ankle area dry and comfortable. The integrated design of the bottom anti-slip textured structure with the main body of the ankle brace increases friction between the ankle brace and the sole, preventing the ankle brace from sliding or shifting inside the shoe during exercise and ensuring the support structure remains in an effective protective position.

[0012] In addition, the ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer proposed in this application may also have the following additional technical features: In one embodiment of this application, the adjustable elastic support structure includes a multi-segment elastic support strip and an adjustment mechanism. The multi-segment elastic support strip includes a first elastic support strip and a second elastic support strip. The first elastic support strip has a U-shaped structure and extends from the Achilles tendon behind the ankle to the inner and outer sides of the ankle. The second elastic support strip has a U-shaped structure and extends from the bottom of the arch of the foot to the inner and outer sides of the ankle. The adjustment mechanism is connected to the first elastic support strip and the second elastic support strip.

[0013] In one embodiment of this application, the adjustment mechanism is a knob-type stepless adjustment mechanism (a prior art technology), installed on the outside of the ankle brace body, comprising a knob, a coaxial winding wheel, and two traction lines; one end of the traction line is wound around the winding wheel, and the other end is connected to the inner and outer free ends of the first elastic support bar and the second elastic support bar, respectively; rotating the knob drives the winding wheel to synchronously wind and unwind the traction lines, continuously adjusting the tension of the elastic support bars to achieve stepless adjustment of the support force. Specifically, the end of the first elastic support bar extending to the inner side of the ankle is connected to one traction line, and the end of the first elastic support bar extending to the outer side of the ankle is connected to the other traction line; the end of the second elastic support bar extending to the inner side of the ankle is connected to the first traction line, and the end of the second elastic support bar extending to the outer side of the ankle is connected to the other traction line.

[0014] In one embodiment of this application, the shock-absorbing buffer layer adopts a layered structure, including a first buffer layer and a second buffer layer; the first buffer layer is disposed at the bottom of the ankle support body, corresponding to the heel-to-arch area; the second buffer layer is disposed at the rear of the ankle support body, corresponding to the Achilles tendon area.

[0015] In one embodiment of this application, the anti-slip texture structure is composed of multiple wavy raised textures, which are evenly arranged along the bottom surface of the ankle support body. The anti-slip texture structure and the ankle support body are integrally formed.

[0016] In one embodiment of this application, an opening is provided on one side of the ankle support body, and a zipper structure is provided at the opening; an elastic closing structure is provided at the upper end of the ankle support body, and the elastic closing structure is sewn together with the ankle support body.

[0017] In one embodiment of this application, a strap structure is provided on both sides of the opening, one end of the strap structure is fixedly connected to the ankle support body, and the other end is provided with Velcro.

[0018] In one embodiment of this application, an anti-slip silicone strip is provided on the inner side of the ankle support body, and the anti-slip silicone strip is arranged in a ring along the upper edge of the ankle support body.

[0019] In one embodiment of this application, the adjustable elastic support structure has multiple adjustment levels, which correspond to basketball and running scenarios respectively.

[0020] In one embodiment of this application, the bottom of the ankle support body is provided with a groove, which extends along the front-back direction of the bottom of the ankle support body, and anti-slip texture structure is provided on both sides of the groove.

[0021] Additional aspects and advantages of this application will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of this application. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and readily understood from the following description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the ankle brace interlayer according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the diagram; Figure 4 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the overall bottom structure according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] As shown in the figure: 1. Ankle support body; 2. Adjustable elastic support structure; 3. Anti-slip textured structure; 4. Shock-absorbing buffer layer; 11. Opening; 12. Zipper structure; 13. Elastic closure structure; 14. Strap structure; 15. Anti-slip silicone strip; 16. Groove; 21. Multi-segment elastic support strip; 22. Adjustment mechanism; 23. Traction line; 41. First buffer layer; 42. Second buffer layer. Detailed Implementation

[0024] Embodiments of this application are described in detail below, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this application, and should not be construed as limiting this application. Rather, embodiments of this application include all variations, modifications, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the appended claims.

[0025] The following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, describes an ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and a shock-absorbing buffer layer, according to an embodiment of this application.

[0026] The ankle brace provided in this application embodiment has a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer, which can be applied to various high-intensity sports scenarios such as basketball, football, and running, providing all-round protection for the ankle joint.

[0027] like Figure 1-5 As shown in the figure, an ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer according to an embodiment of this application may include an ankle brace body 1, an adjustable elastic support structure 2, an anti-slip texture structure 3, and a shock-absorbing buffer layer 4.

[0028] Specifically, the ankle support body 1 is made of mesh fabric and is sock-shaped. The mesh fabric has ventilation holes distributed on it. The density of ventilation holes on the sides of the ankle support body 1 is greater than that on the back. This significantly improves breathability while ensuring structural strength. Heat and moisture generated in the ankle area during exercise can be quickly discharged through the high-density ventilation areas on both sides.

[0029] It should be noted that the mesh fabric described in this embodiment can be selected from different materials of elastic mesh fabric according to actual needs. For example, high-elastic nylon mesh fabric or polyester mesh fabric can be selected, which has both elasticity and abrasion resistance.

[0030] Furthermore, the ankle brace described above, which includes a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and a shock-absorbing cushioning layer, also includes: In one embodiment of this application, an adjustable elastic support structure 2 is disposed inside the ankle support body 1. The adjustable elastic support structure 2 may include a multi-segment elastic support strip 21 and an adjustment mechanism 22. The multi-segment elastic support strip 21 includes a first elastic support strip and a second elastic support strip. The first elastic support strip has a U-shaped structure, extending from the Achilles tendon at the back of the ankle towards the medial and lateral sides of the ankle, forming a medial free end and a lateral free end. The second elastic support strip has a U-shaped structure, extending from the bottom of the arch of the foot towards the medial and lateral sides of the ankle, forming a medial free end and a lateral free end. Each elastic support strip is embedded in a layer on the inner wall of the ankle support body 1, and the layer is separated by sutures to form independent receiving spaces, allowing the elastic support strips to move within their respective receiving spaces.

[0031] The adjustment mechanism 22 adopts a knob-type stepless adjustment mechanism (a known prior art), installed on the outer side of the ankle support body 1, and includes a knob, a coaxial winding wheel, and two traction lines 23. The knob is coaxially connected to the winding wheel, and one end of each of the two traction lines 23 is wound around the winding wheel, which are respectively the first traction line and the second traction line. The inner free end of the first elastic support bar is connected to the inner free end of the second elastic support bar, and together they are connected to the other end of the first traction line; the outer free end of the first elastic support bar is connected to the outer free end of the second elastic support bar, and together they are connected to the other end of the second traction line. When the knob is rotated, the winding wheel rotates and simultaneously tightens or releases the first and second traction lines, thereby adjusting the bending tension and tightness of the first and second elastic support bars on the inner and outer sides of the ankle, realizing stepless adjustment of the support force. Details of the known internal structure of the knob, such as the self-locking and anti-slip teeth, are unnecessary to elaborate on.

[0032] In one embodiment of this application, a shock-absorbing buffer layer 4 is disposed at the bottom and rear of the ankle support body 1. The shock-absorbing buffer layer 4 adopts a layered structure and may include a first buffer layer 41 and a second buffer layer 42. The first buffer layer 41 is disposed at the bottom of the ankle support body 1, covering the area from the heel to the arch of the foot. The thickness of the first buffer layer 41 gradually decreases along the direction from the heel to the arch of the foot, which can effectively absorb the vertical impact force when the heel lands. The second buffer layer 42 is disposed on the inner rear side of the ankle support body 1, corresponding to the Achilles tendon area. The shape of the second buffer layer 42 is a vertical strip, which can protect the Achilles tendon area from repeated friction and impact.

[0033] In one embodiment of this application, the anti-slip texture structure 3 is disposed on the bottom surface of the ankle support body 1. The anti-slip texture structure 3 consists of multiple wavy raised textures, which are evenly arranged along the front-back direction of the bottom surface of the ankle support body 1, with equal spacing between adjacent wavy raised textures. The anti-slip texture structure 3 and the bottom surface of the ankle support body 1 are integrally formed, increasing the friction between the ankle support and the sole, preventing the ankle support from sliding or shifting inside the shoe during exercise, and ensuring that the support structure always remains in an effective protective position.

[0034] In one embodiment of this application, the ankle brace body 1 has an opening 11 on its front side, which extends longitudinally along the ankle brace body 1. A zipper structure 12 is provided at the opening 11, and two chain straps of the zipper structure 12 are sewn to the edges on both sides of the opening 11, making the wearing and removal process simple and quick. The upper end of the ankle brace body 1 has an elastic drawstring structure 13, which is sewn to the ankle brace body 1 by stitches to prevent the upper end of the ankle brace from slipping down during exercise.

[0035] In one embodiment of this application, a strap structure 14 is provided on both sides of the opening 11. One end of the strap structure 14 is sewn to one side of the opening 11, and the other end is detachably connected to the other side of the opening 11 by Velcro, which further enhances the fit between the ankle brace and the ankle.

[0036] In one embodiment of this application, an anti-slip silicone strip 15 is provided on the inner side of the ankle support body 1. The anti-slip silicone strip 15 is arranged in a ring along the upper edge of the ankle support body 1, which further enhances the friction between the upper end and the skin and ensures the positional stability of the ankle support during strenuous exercise.

[0037] In one embodiment of this application, the adjustable elastic support structure 2 has multiple adjustment levels, each corresponding to a different sports scenario. For example, the basketball scenario corresponds to the high support level, which provides high-intensity lateral support to prevent ankle sprains; the running scenario corresponds to the low support level, which provides moderate flexible support to ensure agility; and the soccer scenario corresponds to the medium support level, which can adapt to frequent changes of direction.

[0038] In one embodiment of this application, the bottom of the ankle support body 1 is provided with a groove 16, which extends along the front-back direction of the bottom of the ankle support body 1. The anti-slip texture structure 3 is provided on both sides of the groove 16. The groove 16 can reduce the amount of bottom material and enhance the air circulation inside the shoe.

[0039] To clearly illustrate the above embodiments, one embodiment of this application provides a basic embodiment, as follows: Example 1: Basic Example This embodiment provides an ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer. The structure is as described in the above embodiment and is suitable for daily sports protection and various general sports scenarios.

[0040] For example, when users are doing daily fitness or light exercise, they can turn the knob of the adjustment mechanism 22 to the medium setting. At this time, the elastic support bar provides moderate lateral support, which can effectively prevent ankle sprains without affecting the flexibility of movement.

[0041] It should be noted that in the above embodiments, the elastic support strip can be made of materials with different elastic moduli, such as thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) or polyurethane (PU) materials, which have both elasticity and support.

[0042] Optionally, the color and pattern of the ankle support body 1 can be customized according to market demand to meet the aesthetic needs of different users.

[0043] Example 2: Specific Example for Basketball This embodiment is an optimization based on Embodiment 1. Basketball involves a large number of jumping, sudden stops, and changes of direction, requiring ankle braces to provide high-intensity support upon landing.

[0044] Specifically, in this embodiment, both the first and second elastic support strips are reinforced elastic support strips, and the width of the reinforced elastic support strip is 1.5 times the width of the elastic support strip in the basic embodiment. The first elastic support strip extends from the Achilles tendon to the medial and lateral sides of the ankle to cover a larger lateral area of ​​the ankle joint; the second elastic support strip extends from the bottom of the arch to the medial and lateral sides of the ankle to near the shoe opening to increase the support coverage area for the medial and lateral sides of the ankle joint.

[0045] The first buffer layer 41 of the shock-absorbing buffer layer 4 has a thickened area at the center of the heel. The thickened area is circular in shape and its diameter is two-thirds of the width of the heel area, so as to concentrate the absorption of the maximum impact force borne by the center of the heel when jumping and landing. The height of the second buffer layer 42 extends to the entire length of the Achilles tendon, from the upper edge of the calcaneal tuberosity to the lower edge of the junction of the gastrocnemius muscle and the Achilles tendon.

[0046] The knob of the adjustment mechanism 22 is marked with a high support level. When playing basketball, the user can rotate the knob to the marked position. At this time, both the first and second elastic support bars are in the maximum tension state, providing the highest level of lateral support for the ankle joint.

[0047] In this embodiment, the depth of the wavy raised texture of the anti-slip texture structure 3 is greater than that of the basic embodiment, so as to enhance the anti-slip effect inside the basketball shoe and adapt to the higher requirements for ankle stability due to frequent directional changes in basketball.

[0048] An additional strap structure 14 is added to the side of the opening 11 of the ankle support body 1 to further enhance the wrapping and tightness during high-intensity exercise.

[0049] Example 3: Example specifically for running This embodiment is an optimization based on Embodiment 1. Running is mainly a continuous linear motion, which requires high lightweight and breathability of ankle braces, while the need for lateral support is relatively low.

[0050] Specifically, in this embodiment, both the first and second elastic support strips are lightweight elastic support strips, and the thickness of the lightweight elastic support strip is 0.6 times that of the elastic support strip in the basic embodiment. The first elastic support strip only covers the lateral malleolus tip and the core area of ​​the Achilles tendon; the second elastic support strip extends from the bottom of the arch towards the medial and lateral sides of the ankle with reduced width, covering only the core area around the medial and lateral malleolus tips, in order to reduce overall weight and improve flexibility.

[0051] The first cushioning layer 41 of the shock-absorbing buffer layer 4 has a hollow structure in the corresponding arch area. The shape of the hollow structure is adapted to the arch curve, which further reduces the weight of the bottom while ensuring the heel strike cushioning effect. The second cushioning layer 42 is elliptical in shape and covers the area in the middle of the Achilles tendon where the stress is most concentrated.

[0052] The knob of the adjustment mechanism 22 is marked with a low support level. When running, the user can rotate the knob to the marked position. At this time, both the first and second elastic support bars are under slight tension, providing flexible support to adapt to the continuity and rhythm of running.

[0053] In this embodiment, the mesh fabric of the ankle support body 1 uses a breathable mesh with larger pore size, and the density of breathable pores in both sides is further increased. The total area of ​​the breathable pores is 1.3 times that of the basic embodiment, so as to enhance the ventilation and heat dissipation performance of the ankle area during long-term running.

[0054] The bottom of the ankle support body 1 has two grooves 16. The two grooves 16 extend along the front and back direction of the bottom of the ankle support body 1 and are located on both sides of the wave-shaped raised pattern of the anti-slip pattern structure 3. The cross-section of the grooves 16 is arc-shaped to reduce the amount of material used on the bottom and enhance air circulation inside the shoe.

[0055] In summary, the ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer of this application embodiment achieves stepless adjustment of support strength through the built-in adjustable elastic support structure, so that a single product can meet the needs of all scenarios from daily protection to professional competition; the layered shock-absorbing buffer layer effectively absorbs the impact force of landing, reducing the cumulative damage to the ankle joint and Achilles tendon caused by prolonged exercise; the optimized breathable structure design significantly improves breathability, keeping the ankle area dry and comfortable; and the integrated anti-slip texture structure and multiple anti-slip designs ensure the positional stability of the ankle brace during strenuous exercise, balancing protection and comfort.

[0056] In the description of this specification, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0057] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0058] Although embodiments of this application have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting this application. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of this application.

Claims

1. An ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer, characterized in that, It includes an ankle support body (1); an adjustable elastic support structure (2) disposed inside the ankle support body (1); an anti-slip textured structure (3) disposed at the bottom of the ankle support body (1); and a shock-absorbing buffer layer (4) disposed on the ankle support body (1).

2. The ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The adjustable elastic support structure (2) includes a multi-segment elastic support strip (21) and an adjustment mechanism (22). The multi-segment elastic support strip (21) includes a first elastic support strip and a second elastic support strip. The first elastic support strip has a U-shaped structure and extends from the Achilles tendon behind the ankle to the inner and outer sides of the ankle. The second elastic support strip has a U-shaped structure and extends from the bottom of the arch of the foot to the inner and outer sides of the ankle. The adjustment mechanism (22) is connected to the first elastic support strip and the second elastic support strip.

3. The ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer according to claim 2, characterized in that, The adjustment mechanism (22) is a knob-type stepless adjustment mechanism, including a knob, a winding wheel and two traction lines (23); the knob and the winding wheel are coaxially arranged, one end of the traction line (23) is wound around the winding wheel, and the other end is connected to the first elastic support bar and the second elastic support bar respectively; the end of the first elastic support bar extending to the inside of the ankle is connected to one traction line (23), and the end of the first elastic support bar extending to the outside of the ankle is connected to another traction line (23); the end of the second elastic support bar extending to the inside of the ankle is connected to the first traction line (23), and the end of the second elastic support bar extending to the outside of the ankle is connected to the other traction line (23); rotating the knob drives the winding wheel to synchronously wind and unwind the traction line (23).

4. The ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The shock-absorbing buffer layer (4) adopts a layered structure, including a first buffer layer (41) and a second buffer layer (42); the first buffer layer (41) is located at the bottom of the ankle support body (1), corresponding to the area from the heel to the arch; the second buffer layer (42) is located at the rear of the ankle support body (1), corresponding to the Achilles tendon area.

5. An ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The anti-slip texture structure (3) is composed of multiple wavy raised textures. The multiple wavy raised textures are evenly arranged along the bottom surface of the ankle support body (1). The anti-slip texture structure (3) and the ankle support body (1) are integrally formed.

6. The ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ankle support body (1) has an opening (11) on one side, and a zipper structure (12) is provided at the opening (11); the upper end of the ankle support body (1) is provided with an elastic closing structure (13), and the elastic closing structure (13) is sewn to the ankle support body (1).

7. An ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The opening (11) has a strap structure (14) on both sides. One end of the strap structure (14) is fixedly connected to the ankle support body (1), and the other end is provided with Velcro.

8. An ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ankle support body (1) is provided with an anti-slip silicone strip (15) on the inner side, and the anti-slip silicone strip (15) is arranged in a ring along the upper edge of the ankle support body (1).

9. An ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The adjustable elastic support structure (2) has multiple adjustment positions.

10. An ankle brace with a built-in adjustable elastic support structure and shock-absorbing buffer layer according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ankle support body (1) has a groove (16) at the bottom, which extends along the front-back direction of the bottom of the ankle support body (1), and the anti-slip texture structure (3) is provided on both sides of the groove (16).

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