Lancet
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study
Mechanical supports for acute, severe ankle sprain: a pragmatic, multicentre, randomised controlled trial.
Severe ankle sprains are a common presentation in emergency departments in the UK. We aimed to assess the effectiveness of three different mechanical supports (Aircast brace, Bledsoe boot, or 10-day below-knee cast) compared with that of a double-layer tubular compression bandage in promoting recovery after severe ankle sprains. ⋯ National Co-ordinating Centre for Health Technology Assessment.