Smeger 0 #1 February 23, 2005 Hi all, Done 3 tandems, soon to do a fourth. Thinking of the AFF course this summer. Been reading a lot of the injury posts and it seems that the most common injury involves the ankle. Just wondered if its worth wearing ankle supports right from the start? Will I benefit in any way or will they cause more hassle than their worth? Cheers guys and girls (DZ.com rules ) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Merkur 1 #2 February 23, 2005 There once was a time in the military (using rounds) where everybody was ordered to wear ankle support. The result was that a lot of bones broke just above the support. Next order: Never wear ankle support. So if you would ski without using them and feel that you have a normal healthy body - you don't need them. Just pay attention to an exact and well trained PLF. This helpes a lot more. Have fun, M.vSCR No.94 Don't dream your life - live your dream! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bouda 0 #3 February 24, 2005 i twisted my ankle on a downwinder a few weeks back and i had an ankle brace on for my next jump but i really didn't need it ( landed on my arse) but i really don't find that you would need it Look what i made at work today mom!! Put it on the fridge http://www.bouda.moonfruit.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maggotry 0 #4 February 24, 2005 Agood pair of military style boots with no hooks on 'em and you should be fine, unless you fuck up. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cbennettjr 0 #5 February 24, 2005 I wrapped my ankle after a bad step into a gopher hole @ Perris. Turned a great shade of purple...it even matched my main. Follow your instructors directions and watch your step AFTER landing. You'll be fine. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob.dino 1 #6 February 24, 2005 Disclaimer: not a doctor, just someone who's damaged too many joints playing soccer. I doubt a normal bought-in-a-sports-store-or-pharmacy elastic ankle support would be strong enough to transfer a break to the tib/fib. However, my major concern would be a weakening of the muscles in your ankle. Ankle supports are not designed to be used with healthy joints - they take too much of the load and with continued use the muscle atrophies. If you do use one, put it on about 20 minutes before undertaking the exercise, and remove it straight afterwards. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
