Testing recovery after ankle ligament surgery
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special test done 3 months after ankle ligament surgery helps people get back to sports more safely. It is for active adults who had surgery for chronic ankle instability.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 50 years old.
- You have had surgery to tighten the ligaments on the outside of your ankle because of ongoing ankle instability.
- You tried other treatments (like therapy or braces) before surgery, but they didn't work.
- You play sports or exercise at least 2 times a week.
- You can read, write, and understand French.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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