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A member asked:
My daughter rolled her ankle surfing and i wanted to know if an ankle brace would be helpful and if so, what kind?
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Sprain vs fracture: If she is able to bear weight without significant pain it is a good sign that ankle is only sprained. Rest, ice, compression and elevation (RICE) therapy is the recommended treatment course for sprains/strains. Compression via a sturdy ACE wrap or via a snug elastic slide-on ankle brace is usually sufficient; just be sure that she still has good circulation in toes ie.compression isn't too tight
Answered 8/20/2014
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