title: Ligamentous injuries to the lateral aspect of the ankle: the ankle sprain.
abstract: Good protective devices are available which will prevent or reduce the severity of ankle sprains. If an injury to the lateral ligaments of the ankle--an ankle sprain--is sustained, functional treatment with early tape support, followed by a plastic support device will return the vast majority of the injured athletes to competition rapidly and with a stable ankle. In a few cases, surgical repair is the most appropriate treatment to return the individual to his chosen endeavor with a stable ankle.
authors.affiliation: Augusta Orthopedic Specialists, GA.
authors.forename: R L
authors.initials: RL
authors.lastname: Brand
mesh_terms: D016512:Ankle Injuries / Q000628:therapy; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D008023:Ligaments, Articular / Q000293:injuries*; D013180:Sprains and Strains / Q000628:therapy