Hip vs ankle exercises for athletes with unstable ankles
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This trial compares two types of exercise programs (hip-focused vs ankle-focused) to see which one better improves leg function in athletes with chronic ankle instability. If you are a professional athlete with a history of ankle sprains and your ankle still feels unstable or gives way, this study might help you get stronger and more stable.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a professional athlete between 18 and 40 years old
- You have been playing sports for at least 3 years
- You had at least one ankle sprain more than 12 months ago
- In the past 6 months, your ankle has given way at least twice, or you have sprained it again at least twice, or you often feel it is unstable
- You have never had surgery or a broken bone in your leg or foot
- You have not had any leg injury in the past 3 months that kept you from being active for more than one day
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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