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Sports Medicine
BRACING
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Considerations for ankle bracing
SUPPORT
By P.J. Gardner, MS, LAT, ATC,
CSCS, Head Athletic Trainer,
Liberty (CO) High School
hen an athlete injures
an ankle, it is usually
either a fracture of one
of the bones or a sprain - which
there are three distinct types - Grade
1,2, or 3 of any ligaments surrounding
the ankle joint. Once an injury has occurred
and is accurately diagnosed by a healthcare
professional (MD, DO, PA, AT, PT, NP, RN),
an ankle brace is usually prescribed for sprains.
Fractures are usually immobilized.
DEBATE
One question that often arises is, " How long should I
wear the brace? " It depends on many factors such as the
severity of the injury and which specific structures were
injured. Most licensed healthcare professionals agree that
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August September 2024

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of August September 2024

Table of Contents
Editor's Letter
Sports Medicine: Bracing for Support
Feature: Celebrating 75 Years
NATA 2024 Expo Products
Strength Focus: No Off-season
ASPDA Nutrition Focus: Brain Food
Therapy Focus: Revitalize Recovery
Product Marketplace
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August September 2024 - Sports Medicine: Bracing for Support
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August September 2024 - Feature: Celebrating 75 Years
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August September 2024 - Strength Focus: No Off-season
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August September 2024 - ASPDA Nutrition Focus: Brain Food
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August September 2024 - Therapy Focus: Revitalize Recovery
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August September 2024 - Product Marketplace
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