Chronic ankle instability (CAI) Musculoskeletal Diseases
Conditions
Interventions
Participants in this study received a 3-week lower limb strength training program. Throughout the 3-week intervention, participants were provided with guidance and supervision by an experienced sports
Sponsors
Shenzhen University
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
18 Years to 45 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Aged between 18 and 45 years (to avoid confounding factors related to older age) 2. Participants who had chronic ankle instability (CAI), defined as having experienced a significant ankle sprain and/or recurrent ankle sprain on the same ankle, and/or feel ankle instability, and/or experiencing giving way at least twice in the past 6 months 3. Normal cognitive function, with no history of craniocerebral injury, cerebrovascular disease, epilepsy, or other complications 4. Able to participate in moderate physical activity 5. No participation in any CAI-related exercise rehabilitation programs within the three months prior to the study 6. Provided written informed consent prior to participation 7. The affected ankle was not in the acute phase of injury
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Acute ankle sprain or other lower limb injuries within the last 3 months 2. History of ankle surgery, fracture, or significant joint deformity 3. Neurological or vestibular disorders affecting balance or movement 4. Inability to perform exercise safely or follow instructions 5. Current participation in other rehabilitation or strength training programs
Countries
China
Contacts
Public ContactXiaodong Wang
Outcome results
None listed