Strain counter-strain for ankle sprains
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial tests a hands-on therapy called strain counter-strain to reduce pain and improve movement in people with recent ankle sprains. It may help if your ankle is still swollen or painful from a sprain that happened within the past few weeks.
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Who can take part
- You have an ankle sprain that is acute (just happened) or subacute (a few weeks old).
- A test called the anterior drawer test shows your ankle is loose or unstable.
- This must be your first or a rare ankle sprain, not a repeat problem.
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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