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Interventions for preventing ankle ligament injuries.

H H Handoll1, B H Rowe, K M Quinn

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Clinical Research Unit, Princess Margaret Rose Orthopaedic Hospital, Edinburgh, UK, EH10 7ED. h.handoll@ed.ac.uk

The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews
|November 1, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Ankle supports, such as semi-rigid orthoses or air-cast braces, significantly reduce ankle sprains in physically active individuals. These supports are particularly beneficial for those with a history of previous ankle sprains.

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Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Orthopedics
  • Injury Prevention

Background:

  • Ankle sprains are common injuries in sports like basketball and soccer.
  • They represent a significant portion of acute care treatments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate interventions for preventing ankle ligament injuries in active individuals.
  • Focus on prevention in adolescents to middle-aged populations.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of randomized and quasi-randomized trials.
  • Searched multiple databases including MEDLINE and PubMed up to July 2000.
  • Included trials on footwear, external supports, training, and education.

Main Results:

  • 14 trials involving 8279 participants were analyzed.

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  • External ankle supports (orthoses, braces) significantly reduced ankle sprains (RR 0.53).
  • Effect was more pronounced in individuals with prior sprains but also beneficial for those without.

    • Conclusions:

    • Ankle supports (semi-rigid orthoses, air-cast braces) are effective in preventing ankle sprains during high-risk sports.
    • Individuals with a history of sprains may benefit most.
    • Balance benefits against activity risk, cost, and potential performance impact.