Abstract
AbstractObjectivesAnkle sprains are the most common injury to occur among athletes worldwide. In 2005 an ankle sprain was estimated to cost a total of £317, and that 80% of these injuries cause time off work. Treatment of ankle sprains has been extensively researched; however, the prevention aspect has not been so thoroughly studied. This systematic review aimed to collect and review all available high-quality research investigating the prevention of ankle sprains.MethodsResearch was collected via the Sport Discus, Medline, Cinahl and Pubmed databases. Hull University's Library system was also searched. Inclusion criteria were prepared to identify high-quality research. The search consisted of the following words including Boolean operators: ankle, sprain, ligament, strain, taping, bracing, strapping, orthotics, prevention, and support.ResultsWithin the inclusion criteria 26 papers were identified from a possible 3634 to be eligible for this study. The papers identified were allocated to their relevant ca...
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