Mild Ankle Sprain Treatment: Functional Bandaging vs. no Immobilization

"All patients included in the study, both in the non-bandaging group and in the bandaging group, will receive a series of general measures as a recommendation, consisting of the following:~* Administration of anti-inflammatory drugs as ibuprofen at 7.5 mg/kg/8 hours for 2-3 days. If pain continues, recommendation of paracetamol 15 mg/kg 4 hours after ibuprofen.~* Application of local ice for a maximum of 10 minutes as required.~* Elevation of the affected limb when resting.~* Early mobilization and load according to tolerance, using crutches if required.~* Sports rest at least for one week or until the patient is able to walk without pain, with gradual incorporation according to tolerance. During the following year, use of elastic ankle brace for sports activities.~The control group will not receive any special intervention."

"The functional bandage will consist of a standardized wrapping in several phases. First, with 6 mm silk tape, open anchors were placed in the distal region of the metatarsals of the foot and in the middle third of the affected leg. Next, a strip of tape was applied in stirrup fashion, starting from the proximal anchor and exerting pressure cranially on the side of the affected ligament. This support was interspersed three times with another strip of tape, starting from the foot anchor and wrapping behind the ankle. Once complete, it was covered with a 7.5 cm Tensoplast spiral bandage, taking care to apply gentle pressure. The emergency nurses underwent dual training, consisting of an instructional video and a half-hour practical session. Reminder posters were also displayed in the technique box where such procedures are typically performed.~As the control group, general measures will be recommended"