A member asked:

My ortho diagnosed me with chronic unstable ankle (+ anterior drawer, - mri tear). said to wear brace daily. is lace brace or hard splint better?

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Lace brace is more-: -comfortable, but less protective. On the other hand a stiff Arizona ankle brace is more limiting so less pain but hot & you need a really good prosthetics guy to fit you. It also depends on your needs & activity level.

Answered 6/2/2015

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