Ankle brace
An ankle brace is a garment that is worn around the
hook and loop fastener
. To ensure its fixation, the foot portion may include metal pieces. In severe cases, they incorporate metallic plates to better immobilize the joint. Ankle braces may not be adequate in treating more severe sprains and ankle injuries.
Indications
Ankle braces are indicated for ankle
trauma with small fractures or without fracture, immobilization of the joint, postoperative synovitis, sprains or inflammations of the joint, weak muscles in the ankle, among others.[3]
In rehabilitation ankle braces are used to immobilize the ankle in a neutral position, which "theoretically minimizes stress at the repair site".]
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Various orthotic devices -
Wrist brace
See also
- Sprain
- Twisted ankle
- Wrist pain
- Swelling
- Arthritis
- Tendonitis
References
- ISBN 978-0-7817-6312-7.
- ISBN 978-1-111-82099-2. Retrieved 25 May 2013.
- ISBN 978-0-89203-172-6. Retrieved 25 May 2013.
- ISBN 978-0-443-06697-9. Retrieved 25 May 2013.