Special sock study for ankle stability
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study tests whether a specially designed sock can help improve ankle stability and balance. You will wear the sock and do some simple movements to see if it makes a difference.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older
- You can sit to stand, jump, and stand on one leg without pain or discomfort
- You can read, write, and speak English well enough to fill out a short questionnaire
- You have never injured your foot or leg
- You have no current foot condition or ankle instability
- You have not had an ankle injury, surgery, or torn ligaments in your lower body
- You are not allergic to nylon, polyester, or elastane (the sock materials)
- You are not pregnant
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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