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UNDERSTANDING HIGH ANKLE SPRAINS: YOUR GUIDE TO RECOVERY

What is a High Ankle Sprain?

A high ankle sprain, also called a syndesmotic injury, occurs when there is tearing and damage to the high ankle ligaments. These injuries are much less common than a traditional ankle sprain (FootCareMD). Unlike the typical low ankle sprain where the ankle rolls inward, a high ankle sprain occurs when the ankle is forced to rotate externally. This motion can separate the tibia and fibula at the ankle joint, stretching or tearing the syndesmosis – the ligaments and membrane that bind these bones together. High ankle sprains are notorious for their severity and prolonged recovery time.

The Challenge of Healing High Ankle Sprains

The key to healing a high ankle sprain lies in stabilizing the tibia and fibula, which in turn reduces stress on the damaged ligaments and helps manage pain. This is a more complex process compared to treating low ankle sprains, hence the need for specialized care and equipment.

MAINTAINING JOINT INTEGRITY DURING RECOVERY

To facilitate recovery from a high ankle sprain, three critical aspects must be addressed:

Compression and Stabilization: An effective brace should compress the tibia and fibula, reducing stress on the injured area and promoting healing.
Impact Reduction: It’s essential to minimize vertical impact from activities like running or jumping. An ideal ankle brace should offload the ankle to alleviate weight-bearing pain.
Rotation Restriction: Preventing excessive external rotation of the ankle is crucial to avoid further injury.

The Ultra cts ankle brace: a revolutionary solution

Most ankle braces on the market target low ankle sprains. However, the Ultra CTS (Custom Treatment System) ankle brace is engineered specifically for high ankle injuries. It features:

Hinged-Cuff Design: Offers compression and stabilization of the tibia and fibula.
Performathane® Soft Shell Technology: Unloads the ankle, reducing weight-bearing pain.
PerformaFit® Detachable Upright: Limits excessive external rotation, protecting against reinjury.

Embrace Recovery with Confidence

The Ultra CTS Ankle Brace represents a significant advancement in the treatment of high ankle sprains. Its specialized design not only addresses the unique challenges posed by high ankle injuries but also offers a comfortable, customizable fit to aid your recovery journey. Whether you’re an athlete looking to return to the field or an active individual eager to resume your activities, the Ultra CTS Ankle Brace is your ally in healing and prevention.

Help TREAT HIGH Ankle Sprains

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Did you know?

After one sprained ankle, you are 70% more likely to sustain another ankle injury. That’s why we highly recommended you complete strength and balance exercises post-injury as well as wear a preventative ankle brace to help prevent or reduce the severity of future ankle injuries, if and when they may occur.

The best ankle braces for sprained ankles are those that allow for a full, natural range of motion while stabilizing the sides of your joint. You should be able to move in all of the ways needed to keep your joints strong, only restricting any excess movement that’s going to result in an injury.

For grade 3, acute, and high ankle sprains, your physician may prescribe a walking boot during recovery. Once you’re ready for more mobility, you should never transition straight from a walking boot to an outdated lace-up brace or nothing at all. Make sure the ankle brace you wear during your recovery has rigid stabilization to help alleviate weight bearing pain while supporting your ankle during it’s healing.

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Recommended for
Prevention/Sports
0-1 Previous Ankle Injury

Support Level
⚫⚫

Restriction VS Mobility
Restricts excessive ankle turning while maintaining moderate mobility

Reduces Weight Bearing Pain
No

Design
Lace-up with Figure-8 Straps

Shell
Nylon Fabric

Form-Fitting
Yes

Price
$31.95

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Recover & Protect

Recover faster and help protect against future ankle injuries all season long.

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Recommended for
Recovery/Prevention/Sports
0-4 Previous Ankle Injuries

Support Level
⚫⚫⚫⚫

Restriction VS Mobility
Restricts excessive ankle turning and twisting while maintaining maximum mobility

Reduces Weight Bearing Pain
No

Design
Hinged-Cuff

Shell
Flexible Performathane

Form-Fitting
Yes

Price
$61.95

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“Our daughter, who plays Middle & Outside Hitter partially tore her lower tendon & a few ligaments during a volleyball scrimmage & was ordered by the orthopedic doctor to wear a boot for at least 6 weeks, missing over half of her travel volleyball season. We had heard about an ultra ankle brace from my husband’s prosthetist and checked out your website. We ordered an Ultra CTS brace and she started to use it at week 3 after her injury. She was not able to jump, but it did help keep her practicing with her teammates instead of just sitting on the bench. We were so pleased with the CTS brace, that we went ahead and ordered two of the Ultra Zoom braces for her to wear on the uninjured ankle for now, and on the injured ankle, after it heals completely. We have been VERY pleased with the performance of both braces!”

Rachel T.

REFUSE TO SIT ON THE SIDELINES BECAUSE OFHigh Ankle Sprains

UNDERSTANDING HIGH ANKLE SPRAINS: YOUR GUIDE TO RECOVERY

What is a High Ankle Sprain?

The Challenge of Healing High Ankle Sprains

MAINTAINING JOINT INTEGRITY DURING RECOVERY

The Ultra cts ankle brace: a revolutionary solution

Embrace Recovery with Confidence

Help TREAT HIGH Ankle Sprains

Did you know?

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