Thought I would post an update as to what has helped me recover from my ankle injury and allowed me to continue playing sport at 100%.

I play quite a but of squash and rolled the ankle over once badly and a few close calls - so I now use a strap up ankle guard (McDavid - with the laces). I do not get discomfort (the little I did get in teh beginning has dissapated).
The "stirrup"-type straps that velcro vertically up either side of the ankle pretty much mirrors the technique used by most athletes who tape their ankles.
I find this product fantastic - I play at 100% and never have the fear of rolling over.

When I play rugby I use tape and pre-wrap bought off physioroom.co.uk. Used methods off youtube and again, I can run with complete confidence that I will not injure the ankle.

Not sure if I am restricting the full recovery/strengthening of the ankle while wearing the guard/tape, but it sure helps.

thats my update!