Slim, supportive and functional, one can summarize the characteristics of the bandage. I have several items, try also from the medical supply store, and am satisfied with the bandage because it has no irritating seams, yet is so big that you order comes more in any shoe. To what extent, from a medical perspective, is actually an alternative to bandages from Sanitätshaus, I can not judge. For me it is definitely long enough (shoe size 39), because you yes bandages generally more resistant attracts to get a supporting effect on the ankle. With a slim bondage are safe even 2-3 shoe sizes more in it. Einizges flaw: It lacks a manual from the manufacturer. Solution: The image that a reviewer has set here.