Ankle, Hip, or Combined Exercises for Chronic Ankle Instability
Part of Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study compares three different exercise programs to strengthen your ankle and improve stability. If you have a history of ankle sprains with ongoing instability problems, this trial tests which type of strengthening works best to prevent future injuries and improve your ability to do sports.
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Who can take part
- At least one significant ankle sprain that happened 12+ months ago and made you stop activities
- At least 2 episodes of your ankle feeling unstable in the past 6 months
- Age 18–35 years old
- Not had recent ankle injuries (within the last 3 months)
- No previous surgery or major fractures in your legs
- No neuromuscular diseases (conditions affecting nerves or muscles)
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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