Volleyball places a significant amount of stress on your muscles and joints that can eventually lead to injuries. The muscles and joints are essential for volleyball performance, but they also are susceptible to injuries from repetitive motions, jumping and diving. When you sustain an injury, you may be required to wear a protective wrap, brace or support.
Function
Wrist supports and braces for volleyball players are used to either prevent injuries or promote recovery from injuries. They are designed to protect against wrist sprains and strains that may occur during dives or falls. The natural reaction of a volleyball player during the dives and falls is to brace the impact with the wrist. The wrist brace can provide support to prevent further injuries.
Types
There are a variety of wrist supports for volleyball players. A common type is athletic tape that is applied before every practice or game. A mild-support wrist brace provides a lower level of support for minor wrist strains. Moderate-support wrist braces immobilize the wrist and provide a high level of stabilization. A maximum-support brace is for severe wrist injuries and totally immobilizes the wrist joint.
Design
The best wrist support for volleyball players combines function and stabilization without compromising performance. A high-profile wrist support can negatively affect performance by limiting your ability to pass, serve or hit the volleyball. As a result, wrist supports for volleyball players have low-profile wraparound designs made from materials such as neoprene.
Considerations
The first consideration for a wrist support is to wear it during practice before using it in a game. This allows you to make sure the wrist support is comfortable and doesn't negatively affect your performance. You may also need to consider a maximum-support wrist brace if you sustain a severe injury. Consult your doctor for other possibilities in protecting your wrist.
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