Ankle Sprains
Conditions
Keywords
Soleus, Gastrocnemius, eccentric, IASTM
Brief summary
The primary objective within the current study is to compare the acute and chronic effects of eccentric training and IASTM on the dorsiflexion ROM. To reduce the risk of Achilles tendinopathy, stretching and eccentric (lengthening) exercises are postulated to improve ankle dorsiflexion. An eccentric exercise lengthens an active muscle while it is under load. Consequently, eccentric calf muscle exercises can also increase ankle dorsiflexion through an increase in calf muscle strength. For the above mentioned reasons, a combination of stretching exercises and eccentric (lengthening) exercises are suggested as preventive intervention to increase ankle dorsiflexion. The biggest goal of IASTM is to remove scar tissues and facilitate a return to normal function following soft tissue recovery. These Techniques, eccentric stretching and IASTM works towards bringing back the normal range of motion and strength, allowing individuals to regain mobility and return to their usual activities and we will find out the better option from these.
Detailed description
Ankle sprain is a traumatic injury that occurs to one or more of lateral ankle ligaments: anterior talofibular ligament, posterior talofibular ligament and calcaneofibular ligament. Ankle sprains are one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries. The ankle is the second most commonly injured body part during sports, with ankle sprains being the most common ankle injury. Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) is a type of soft tissue mobilization that uses rigid devices to increase the examination and treatment of soft tissues. According to recent studies, Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) is a new and highly trained myofascial technique that has gained favor in modern decades for treating soft-tissue ailments. To reduce the risk of Achilles tendinopathy, stretching and eccentric (lengthening) exercises are postulated to improve ankle dorsiflexion. An eccentric exercise lengthens an active muscle while it is under load. Consequently, eccentric calf muscle exercises can also increase ankle dorsiflexion through an increase in calf muscle strength. For the above mentioned reasons, a combination of stretching exercises and eccentric (lengthening) exercises are suggested as preventive intervention to increase ankle dorsiflexion. Eccentric training is an alternative modality that also shows promise for inducing chronic improvement in ROM. In past years there has been different protocols to treat ankle sprain but this study will contribute to more effective method of treating ankle sprain, improving their recovery and also reducing the risk of re-injury. This study will potentially reduce healthcare costs associated with rehabilitation or the need of additional interventions. This study will have fast and more effective rehabilitation method which can boost the athlete performance, making it the treatment of choice for both athletes and sports teams.
Interventions
OTHEReccentric streching
The player will lift up one leg from starting position so he stands on his to-be-trained leg. For performing eccentric exercises of the gastrocnemius muscles, the player will lower his heel until he will feel a slight stretch, while keeping his knee extended
OTHERIASTM
Specially designed tools are used to apply longitudinal pressure along muscle fibers, and treatment usually includes applying to more than the tissues in the isolated location of the pain
Sponsors
Riphah International University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
DOUBLE (Subject, Outcomes Assessor)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
18 Years to 50 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
Age 18 and above Both genders Ankle sprain acute and Sub acute
Exclusion criteria
Acute fracture to lower extremity Arthritis patients Any other trauma or injury to the lower extremity
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Foot and Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM) | four weeks | The Foot and Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM) is a self-report outcome instrument developed to assess physical function for individuals with foot and ankle related impairments |
| NPRS | four weeks | The Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) is a subjective measure in which individuals rate their pain on an eleven-point numerical scale. The scale is composed of 0 (no pain at all) to 10 (worst imaginable pain) |
| Goniometer | four weeks | A goniometer is a device used in physical therapy to measure a joint's range of motion (ROM). |
Countries
Pakistan
Contacts
Primary ContactImran Amjad, PHD
Outcome results
None listed