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Should I buy ankle braces if I get my ankles taped frequently?

National Athletic Trainers' Association
National Athletic Trainers' Association
If you are getting your ankles taped for injury prevention purposes, it may be more cost effective to invest in a good ankle brace like an ASO ankle brace. If you get your ankles taped because of a previous injury, consult with your athletic trainer or your doctor to ensure you are functionally ready to stop being taped or if a brace would be beneficial for you. (This answer provided for NATA by the Saint Louis University Athletic Training Education Program.)

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