BRACING Whether you play sports or need something for daily wear, an ankle brace can help stabilize the affected ankle and help prevent further injury. Consult your doctor or physical therapist about prescribing these products.
GRADE I
Injury involves only a mild stretch of the ligament. Patients are usually able to bear weight on the ankle immediately following injury. Injury involves some ligament tearing and patient generally presents with more significant swelling. They can usually bear some weight. GRADE II
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DonJoy StrapiLax ™ Ankle
DonJoy FusioLight II ®
Aircast AirSport ™
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Aircast Air-Stirrup ™
Aircast AirSport+ ®
Aircast ActyFoot™
Injury involves a complete tear of one or more ligaments. Significant swelling and bruising are usually present. The patient will demonstrate clinical as well as functional instability. GRADE III
Aircast AirSelect™ Elite
Aircast AirSelect™ Standard
Usually caused by multiple ankle sprains. Symptoms include ankle pain, instability, swelling, and weakness. CHRONIC ANKLE INSTABILITY (CAI)
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Aircast A60™
Aircast AirSport ™
Aircast ActyFoot™
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