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Broke my ankle in july with ligament damage. just got the ok to surf again in about a month. is it to soon or should i look into getting a ankle brace?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
OTC Ankle brace: I would wear a brace if i were you. You're better off using an otc brace or splint that trying to tape yourself up at home. It's not as easy as the professional trainers make it look. You could also just see a podiatrist - many of us stock simple braces for simple sprains. The ones podiatrists stock are better than most found in stores.
Answered 12/10/2013
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No brace: 6 months after the injury you should be able to return to your activities without a brace. Have you completed a good therapy program?
Answered 12/12/2013
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Broken ankle: Yes you should be able to surf without a brace.
Answered 12/12/2013
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