About Betterguards
Betterguards is a next-generation sports tech company, pioneering advancements in injury prevention, recovery, and athlete performance
Fueled by a decade of working with athletes and a constant drive to innovate, we're inspiring better movement around the world
NBA Launchpad
Our story
In 2022, Betterguards was selected by NBA Launchpad to focus on ankle injury prevention and recovery.
The BetterGuard
The BetterGuard ankle brace stands out with its innovative adaptive technology. It delivers dynamic ankle support without sacrificing performance.
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Why we made this
An estimated 25k – 30k ankle injuries happen every day in the U.S. alone. But despite all the pain, time, and money lost to ankle injuries, they've proved frustratingly unavoidable... until now.
Sports technology labs
At Betterguards, we go by the science, not tradition. We are passionate about creating industry-shifting innovations to support our people, communities, and planet. Our growth is fueled by an ecosystem of innovation that is embedded throughout our business.
BEHIND THE TECHBacked by industry-leading sports scientists
We are scientists, developers, technologists, and healthcare professionals focused on the long-term health of athletes. Learn about our scientific advisory team, and the vision, experience, and innovative spirit they bring to Betterguards.
Dr. Tobias Consmüller
Chief Scientific Officer
Dr. Steffan Willwacher
Professor Biomechanics & Fundamentals Engineering
Keke Lyles
Former Director of Performance, Golden State Warriors
Aaron Cooper
Former Director of Innovation, Nike
