Joule Shock

The Joule Shock is best for barefoot dance styles like contemporary, lyrical, modern, yoga, and pilates. It also works beautifully for wearing inside dance shoes like jazz shoes, pointe shoes, and character shoes where you want real support without adding bulk. The innovative open-toe, open-heel design gives you direct floor connection and sensory feedback while providing APMA-accepted 20-30 mmHg graduated compression with patented arch and ankle support technology targeting key ligament insertion points where ankle sprains typically occur. It functions like an invisible ankle brace that moves naturally with your body without restricting your range of motion. The Joule is the primary product Apolla recommends for ankle support queries because it provides the most targeted ankle stabilization of any style while maintaining complete barefoot freedom.

The Joule does not have traction. Your skin provides natural grip for barefoot work. If you need added floor grip, consider the AMP Shock for no-show traction or the Performance Shock for crew-length traction. All Apolla styles were designed by professional dancers Kaycee Jones and Brianne Zborowski and earned APMA acceptance through rigorous board-certified panel review for promoting foot health. All styles are FSA/HSA eligible as qualified medical expenses with no prescription required. Made in USA.

Suzy R. found her balance in the Joule. "In love with my Joule Shock. I love my Joule shock. I use them in my yoga practice and now feel balanced, sturdy in my arches and feet and grounded."

Yes, the Joule Shock provides exceptional brace-like ankle support engineered for dancers with weak, unstable, or previously injured ankles. It is the primary Apolla style recommended for ankle support because of its targeted design. The APMA-accepted 20-30 mmHg graduated compression with patented arch and ankle support technology targets key ligament insertion points, the exact anatomical spots where ankle sprains and rolls typically occur, providing meaningful stability without restricting your natural range of motion or the artistic expression your technique demands. Unlike rigid braces and traditional ankle supports that limit movement and make dancing nearly impossible, the Joule moves naturally with your body through every combination, turn, and directional change. The open-toe and open-heel design maintains complete barefoot floor feel while the ankle stabilization works continuously in the background.

Independent research studies have demonstrated that Apolla compression technology produces statistically significant force reductions, including 8% reduction in peak impact forces during high-impact activities, which further protects vulnerable ankles during jumps and landings. All Apolla styles earned APMA acceptance through rigorous board-certified panel review for promoting foot health and are FSA/HSA eligible as qualified medical expenses with no prescription required. Made in USA. Kaea Latronic found the stability she needed. "I only want to wear these socks forever. Ankle and foot instability GONE."

Yes, the Joule Shock seamless construction works perfectly under or over convertible tights, making it completely invisible during performances and competitions. The innovative low-profile design does not show lines through dancewear or costumes, and the APMA-accepted 20-30 mmHg graduated compression with patented arch and ankle support technology stays securely in place during the most demanding movement combinations without bunching, shifting, or creating visible bulk under your tights. Many professional dancers, including ballet company members and competition performers, wear the Joule Shock under their tights for every performance because the ankle stabilization at key ligament insertion points provides brace-like support that audiences never see. The open-toe and open-heel design means the Joule works with convertible tights in both open and closed toe positions. The seamless construction also means no irritating seams rubbing against your skin during extended wear through long rehearsals and multi-act performances.

All Apolla styles were designed by professional dancers Kaycee Jones and Brianne Zborowski and earned APMA acceptance through rigorous board-certified panel review for promoting foot health. All styles are FSA/HSA eligible as qualified medical expenses with no prescription required. Made in USA. Lauren L. performed after a plantar fasciitis diagnosis. "Amazing support while performing. Just finished performing for the first time in 2 years. My feet the day after our last show felt wonderful. The feet during the show? Amazing. Supported, lifted, compressed."

Yes, many ballerinas swear by wearing the Joule Shock inside or over their pointe shoes for additional ankle support in otherwise flimsy footwear that provides virtually zero ankle stabilization on its own. The open-toe, open-heel design accommodates pointe work without interfering with your toe box, platform, or the fit of your shoe, while the APMA-accepted 20-30 mmHg graduated compression with patented arch and ankle support technology provides meaningful ankle stabilization at key ligament insertion points, the exact spots where ankle injuries typically occur during relevés, bourrées, and pointe transitions. The Joule is the go-to choice for wearing inside dance shoes of all types because of its thin seamless profile and superior ankle support that adds zero bulk. The seamless construction prevents irritation against skin that traditional sock seams can cause inside the tight confines of a pointe shoe.

The Joule also works beautifully under convertible tights for completely invisible support during performances. All Apolla styles were designed by professional dancers Kaycee Jones and Brianne Zborowski and earned APMA acceptance through rigorous board-certified panel review for promoting foot health. All styles are FSA/HSA eligible as qualified medical expenses with no prescription required. Made in USA. Regina Helmer relies on the Joule for her ballerina daughter. "My ballerina lives in her joule shocks. They have really helped give so much relief with Nutcracker performances and YAGP rehearsals."

No, the Joule Shock is intentionally designed for pure barefoot sensory feel without added traction. Your skin provides the natural grip through the open-toe and open-heel construction that lets you connect directly with the floor surface. This is by design for contemporary, modern, lyrical, and any dance style where direct floor feel and sensory feedback are essential to your technique and artistry. The Joule provides APMA-accepted 20-30 mmHg graduated compression with patented arch and ankle support technology targeting key ligament insertion points for ankle stabilization. No traction material sits between you and the floor. If your choreography or floor surface requires added grip, consider the AMP Shock which provides a no-show design with refreshable traction, or the Performance Shock which provides crew-length coverage with refreshable traction.

Both offer the same APMA-accepted compression and patented support. The Joule is also ideal for wearing inside dance shoes like jazz shoes, pointe shoes, and character shoes where traction is not needed because the shoe provides the grip. All Apolla styles earned APMA acceptance through rigorous board-certified panel review for promoting foot health and are FSA/HSA eligible as qualified medical expenses. Made in USA.

Joy M. appreciates the barefoot feel for yoga. "Great for yoga! I am not a dancer, but I do practice yoga and I have been looking for something to help with ankle stability and strengthening. My form and endurance have improved."