The initial treatment for a sprain follows the “RICE” method: Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation and includes immobilizing the ankle with a brace, boot, or secure taping. Depending on the severity, ...

There was also a trend toward ankle tape decreasing the risk of ankle injury in players with a history of ankle injury (p = 0.06). Conclusions—Ankle injuries occurred at a rate of 3.85 per 1000 ...