Biomechanical evaluation of different ankle orthoses in a simulated lateral ankle sprain in two different modes.

ABSTRACT: Ankle orthoses are commonly used for prevention of recurrent ankle sprains. While there are some data on their functional performance or restriction of range of motion, there is little knowledge on the quantifiable passive mechanical effectiveness of various devices. This study aimed to determine the prophylactic stabilization effect for commonly prescribed ankle orthoses in a simulated recurrent ankle sprain. Eleven anatomic lower leg specimens were tested in plantar flexion and hindfoot inversion in a simulated ankle sprain in a quasi-static and dynamic test mode at 0.5°/s and 50°/s internal rotation, respectively. Tests included intact specimens, same specimens with the ruptured anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL), followed by stabilization with five different semi-rigid orthoses: AirG

SUBMITTER: Benca E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6852038 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature