Sound wave versus light therapy for chronic ankle instability
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two non-surgical treatments for chronic ankle instability, which is long-term ankle weakness or pain after a sprain. One treatment uses sound waves to stimulate healing, and the other uses targeted light therapy. The goal is to see which one better reduces pain and improves ankle function.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old
- You have had an ankle sprain or injury more than 4 weeks ago
- You have ongoing ankle pain that limits your daily activities
- You have not had ankle surgery or other ankle injuries in the past year
- You have no other condition (like arthritis or a recent fracture) that could cause ankle pain
- Your weight is in the normal range (BMI around 18.5–25)
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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