Ankle Immobilization Braces: These range from soft ankle supports to fully rigid braces, offering a wide spectrum of support strength. Some models feature hinges or air bladders to adjust the range of motion, providing support levels that vary from mild protection to complete immobilization.
Ankle Splints: These have a relatively simple structure, typically consisting of rigid panels paired with basic straps. They offer moderate to high rigidity and focus primarily on basic external fixation; their functionality is limited, and they do not allow for flexible adjustment of the range of motion.
Ankle Immobilization Braces: Suitable for the entire rehabilitation process-ranging from athletic protection for mild sprains and early-stage immobilization for moderate ligament injuries to post-fracture rehabilitation training-with different types of braces addressing the specific needs of various injury stages.
Ankle Splints: Suitable only for mild-to-moderate ankle sprains and the temporary immobilization of stable, non-displaced fractures. They are primarily used for simple immobilization during the acute phase and cannot meet the requirements for complex injuries or post-operative rehabilitation.
