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Comparison 1 Ankle brace versus rigid cast for the treatment of 'low risk' ankle fractures, Outcome 9 Duration of analgesia use (paracetamol or ibuprofen), (days).
| Duration of analgesia use (paracetamol or ibuprofen), (days) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Study |
Ankle brace Duration (days): median (IQR) |
Rigid cast Duration (days): median (IQR) |
| Barnett 2012 | 2 (0 to 6) days | 1.5 (1 to 4) days |
