Boosting your biomechanics.

Learn about our mission at A-FLEX.

Boosting Your Biomechanics

At A-FLEX, we believe everyone should have access to elite-level warm-ups and rehabilitation for ankle mobility.

Through Physiotherapist-led, evidence-based clinical testing, we have designed and developed A-FLEX to do just that.

Our patented design is already used by over 100 elite & professional athletes, private hospitals and physiotherapy clinics.

Our Founders.

Meet Physio Matt & Engineer James.

Matt, founder of Azzurro Physiotherapy, and his brother James, a product development engineer, joined forces to create A-FLEX: a revolutionary device for ankle mobility rehabilitation. Combining clinical insights with technical expertise, they've redefined physical rehabilitation, offering a durable, effective solution tailored for both physiotherapists, patients and athletes alike.

Matt (Physio)

James (Engineer)

The origins story.

Read about Matt's injury and vision.

When Co-Founder and Physiotherapist, Matt, sprained his left ankle in the Spring of 2019 he had ongoing stiffness which would not budge. Ankle range of motion is crucial for lower limb performance, so Matt was met with frustrating limitations to his function.

Matt's ankle remained stiff for nearly a year. His squat was awkward and weakened. Running brought on knee pain. Even stairs were awkward due to the stiffness long after the pain from the injury had gone.

He tried resistance bands to assist the glide of the joint - the angle was difficult to get right and his arch kept collapsing. He tried mobility drills - these were time-consuming and he had to fight for marginal improvements. He pestered his Physiotherapist colleagues to complete Mobilisations on his ankle - this was limited by the frequency they were able to help and the strength of the physio. It was far too expensive to pay for private Physio treatments regularly.

Nothing was working like he needed.

Matt's (Co-Founder) sprained Ankle, April 2019

Given his frustrations, Matt approached his younger brother and mechanical Engineer, James.

Would it be possible to create a device that could perform MWM treatment as well as, or even better than, a Physiotherapist could?

Many prototypes and iterations later, the first functional A-FLEX was born. James & Matt had created a device that solves an entire spectrum of problems.

From the first use of that A-FLEX prototype, Matt gained immediate relief and instant improvement in his ankle range of motion. The satisfying CRACK of the scar tissue breaking down as the ankle released could be heard from the next room!

It was in that moment that Matt and James knew this was too big not to share.

Government Grants were awarded through STEAMhouse due to the potential to improve health in grass root sport.

Collaboration with AMCASH began and the A-FLEX design was rigorously tested.

GB Basketball Physiotherapist Dr Peter Thain reinforced the potential for A-FLEX in the elite sport world in improving performance and decreasing injury risk. Testing in clinic demonstrated the effectiveness which couldn't be understated. This will be followed by a clinical research trial performed by Dr Thain himself.

A-FLEX is now beginning to be used by elite sports teams. Mobilisation with Movement has long been used in elite sport. A-FLEX automates it, and gives access to this highly effective, crucial injury prevention treatment to athletes of all levels.

Oh, and Matt's ankle is back to full movement and better than ever!

See how A-FLEX is improving safety in athletes whilst giving them a competitive edge.

The A-FLEX you see today is the culmination of two years' hard work. We have collaborated with some of the best and brightest people in the elite sport and engineering communities and created something which will revolutionise warm-ups for elite to grassroots athletes.

The ankle MWM already has overwhelming evidence for its vital role in reducing lower-limb injury and maximising performance in sport. A-FLEX does it better in the following ways:

Reduces Arch Collapse

A-Flex uses ergonomic arch support to reduce arch collapse, maximising ankle range of motion and reducing undesirable movement patterns

Saves Time

A-FLEX is so effective, results are seen from 30 seconds per ankle, so users can quickly to move on to other tasks

Perfect joint glide, every time

The clinically proven strap design sits perfectly on the talus bone of the foot. Perfect direction and placement for reliably perfect results

Compact & Portable

Small enough to fit in a small rucksack or boot-bag, A-FLEX can be taken pitch-side, track-side or gym-side for effective warm-ups anywhere

Improves Compliance & Outcomes

Due to the instant relief and improvement A-FLEX gives, patient compliance is better, improving outcomes vs other modalities

Can be Used Without Supervision

Due to the ergonomic fit and clinically proven strap design, athletes can use A-FLEX at home and this increases the frequency of treatment, and speed of results

Don't just take our word for it.

See what our happy customers are saying.

Before I was introduced to A-Flex, I had longstanding debilitating foot and ankle pain and stiffness and was struggling to walk even a few hundred yards. My Doctor told me that there was osteoarthritis in the joint and there was nothing they could do. I was told I would have to live with it or have major surgery.

However, when Matt asked me to test his A-Flex prototype, within days of using it my ankles felt looser and my pain had noticeably improved. Now, after ongoing use my function and quality of life have been completely transformed. From struggling to walk even short distances, to now being able to walk miles, train in the gym and get my quality of life back, I don’t know where I’d be without the A-Flex.

- Andrew, UK

When I broke my ankle skiing, I was left with a painful, stiff ankle. Even after it had healed, my ankle limited my day to day function.

Within a few days of using a-flex my ankle felt looser, less stiff and painful. Highly recommended for anyone who was like me or has stiff ankles!!

Boosting your biomechanics.

Learn about our mission at A-FLEX.