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Comparative Study
. 2024 Oct 4;25(1):786.
doi: 10.1186/s12891-024-07901-4.

Comparison of spring ankle braces versus splints and casts in treating ankle sprains in patients diagnosed with ankle sprains

Hasan Hosseini  1 , Sina Heydari  2 , Rasoul Raesi  3   4 , Kiavash Hushmandi  5 , Amirhossein Payande  6 , Akram Gholami  3 , Salman Daneshi  7
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Comparative Study

Comparison of spring ankle braces versus splints and casts in treating ankle sprains in patients diagnosed with ankle sprains

Hasan Hosseini et al. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. .

Abstract

Background: Various treatment approaches for individuals with ankle sprains can reduce treatment costs and enhance recovery. This study aimed to compare the efficacy of spring ankle braces with splints and casts in treating ankle sprains.

Materials and methods: This cross-sectional study involved 60 patients diagnosed with ankle sprains at the orthopedic clinic of Imam Khomeini Hospital in Jiroft in 2022. Following diagnosis confirmation through additional examinations and imaging, patients with ankle sprains not requiring surgery were selected and placed in two groups: one treated with spring ankle braces and the other with splints or casts. Both groups underwent a 4-week treatment regimen, comprising 30 individuals each. Data were collected and analyzed using SPSS version 26.

Results: The average age of patients was 32.5 ± 13.4 years. Of the ankle sprain patients, 56.7% were male. Patients reported the highest satisfaction levels with the plaster cast treatment method. A statistically significant relationship was found between patient satisfaction and the treatment methods of spring ankle braces and plaster casting (P < 0.05). Patients treated with plaster casts reported the lowest pain levels, with a significant relationship between pain levels and the two treatment methods (P < 0.05). Range of motion results were similar for both treatment methods, while the cast treatment showed the highest incidence of skin complications. A significant relationship was observed between spring ankle braces and plaster casts regarding skin complications (P < 0.05).

Conclusion: Treating ankle sprains with plaster casts leads to higher satisfaction and lower pain levels compared to using spring ankle braces.

Keywords: Ankle; Ankle sprain; Braces; Cast; Hospital; Patients; Splints; Sprain; Spring ankle braces; Treatment.

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The authors declare no competing interests.

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The selection and treatment process of the patients under investigation
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