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In athletes with a history of low-grade ankle sprains, does long-term bracing prevent future ankle sprains?

Yes. External bracing reduces ankle sprain recurrence by up to 63% (SOR: A, meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials). External bracing can reduce ankle sprain recurrence by up to 47% compared with neuromuscular proprioceptive exercises (SOR: B, single randomized control trial). Ankle braces are effective for secondary prevention in athletes who play football, volleyball, soccer, and basketball (SOR: A, meta-analysis of randomized control trials). Copyright © 2020 by Family Physicians Inquiries Network, Inc. DOI 10.1097/EBP.0000000000001004