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ankle taping vs ankle bracing

Ankle Taping vs Ankle Bracing

Ankle Taping vs Ankle Braces: What’s Best for Your Ankle Support? Introduction When it comes to preventing ankle injuries or providing support after an injury has occurred, two methods often come to mind – ankle taping and wearing ankle braces. They are common choices among athletes, athletic trainers, and physiotherapists for mitigating the risk of ankle sprains. In this blog post, we will delve into the advantages, disadvantages, and comparative effectiveness of both strategies, thereby assisting you in making an informed decision. Ankle Taping: The Traditional Approach Ankle taping has been used traditionally in sports and athletic activities for decades.

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Ultra Ankle Zoom® vs. Ultra 360™ Lace-Up Ankle Braces

Some sports have a very high incidence of ankle injuries, so coaches and athletic trainers often times will require athletes to wear an ankle brace to help prevent the ankle injury. Yes, ankle braces can prevent some ankle injuries, however, they are really designed to lessen the severity should an injury occur. Wearing an ankle brace could be the difference in getting a grade 1 ankle sprain and missing two days of activity instead of getting a grade 2 ankle sprain and missing three weeks of activity.

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