An ankle traction brace is a specialised orthopedic support device designed to apply and maintain longitudinal traction (a gentle pulling force) to the ankle and lower leg. It helps align bones and joints, relieve pain and swelling, and support healing after injury, surgery, or in rehabilitation. It is used in clinical or home‑therapy settings as part of traction therapy. For example, one model “helps to stabilise and realign bone fractures or relieve pressure on the joint via ankle traction.”