In this study we compare two treatment options for ankle sprains. 100 patients were randomised between a flexible cast treatment and a removable and adjustable brace made out of the same materials. Follow-up was 4 months. Primary outcome were functional scores. Secondary outcome measures were patient satisfaction scores with treatment as well as treatment result.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
100
Functional treatment for ankle sprain using ankle cast
Ankle sprain functionally treated with removable and adjustable ankle support
Spaarneziekenhuis
Hoofddorp, Netherlands
Functional scores according to Karlsson score
The modified KSS gives a score from 0-90 on perceived function of the ankle and foot, divided over eight topics relevant to daily function. The modified KSS at 4 months was the primary endpoint.
Time frame: Follow-up of 4 months
Pain
Measured by Visual analogue scale (1-10)
Time frame: follow-up of 4 months
Satisfaction score
satisfaction scores with treatment as well as treatment result on scale 1-10
Time frame: follow-up of 4 months
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