British Journal of Sports Medicine· 1990Q1
Effectiveness of taping for the prevention of ankle ligament sprains.
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Short summary
Ankle taping can protect against lateral ligament sprains, likely through a combination of mechanical support and improved proprioception in underlying muscles.
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Key points
- Ankle taping is effective in preventing lateral ligament sprains.
- The protective mechanism is not fully understood but involves mechanical factors.
- The mechanical effect of taping decreases with exercise.
- A major effect of taping may be its proprioceptive influence on muscles.
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Abstract
The effectiveness of taping in the prevention of sports injuries has only been studied in detail with regard to the lateral ligaments of the ankle. It appears that taping can protect against injury. The mechanism by which taping works is not certain, but mechanical factors play a role which decreases with exercise. The major effect of taping may be its proprioceptive effect on underlying muscle groups.
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Field: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
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