How long should you wear an ankle support?

The duration of wearing an ankle support depends on the severity of the symptoms. Of course, it is useful and important to know how long you should wear an ankle brace. Of course, you shouldn't wear the brace for too short a time, but neither should you wear it for too long. If you have a complaint about a specific ankle, you can find more information on our complaints pages. General information on how long you should wear an ankle brace is given below.

Injury

If you have an injury, it is usually advisable to wear a brace until the injury has healed. If you have a broken bone, it is better to wear a cast, which your doctor will recommend. For rehabilitation, it is recommended to wear an ankle brace. The duration depends on the complaint. In most cases, however, it takes a few weeks.

Chronic complaints

With a chronic mobility disorder, the aim is to wear an ankle brace as often as possible during daily activities. Sometimes you can even keep the ankle brace on at night. However, this depends on the nature of the complaint. It's best to check with your GP or doctor.

An ankle support provides support during sports

An ankle support can also be used to provide support during sports. If you are in the rehabilitation phase, it is advisable to wear an ankle support during sport. To prevent recurrence of the injury, it is wise to continue wearing the ankle support during training. An ankle support lasts approximately one to eighteen months, after which the orthosis wears down and the risk of a new injury increases. Podobrace has the right brace for every injury.

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