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Effects of Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Combined With Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation in Adults With a History of Ankle Sprain
Led by Fooyin University · Updated on 2025-11-17
60
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
17 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
Ankle sprains are common sports injuries that can sometimes lead to long-lasting ankle problems affecting daily activities and sports performance. Researchers are evaluating whether combining neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) with proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching improves these chronic ankle issues better than PNF stretching alone. This study involves 60 adult participants aged 18 to 30 with a history of ankle sprain. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two groups. The experimental group receives a combination of PNF stretching and NMES applied to the triceps surae muscle during plantarflexion, while the control group performs only PNF stretching. Both groups undergo treatment three times a week for four weeks, totaling 12 sessions. Each session includes ten repetitions of the hold-relax PNF technique lasting about 10 minutes. Before and after the 12 treatment sessions, participants will be assessed on various measures including balance using the Star Excursion Balance Test, ankle proprioception and range of motion in dorsiflexion and plantarflexion, muscle strength, joint mobility, pain levels, and functional limitations via questionnaires such as the Foot and Ankle Disability Index. These assessments aim to track improvements in ankle function and symptoms related to chronic ankle problems.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
NMES With PNF for Ankle Sprain Rehabilitation
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Aged 18-30 years
- Adults with a history of ankle sprain
You will not qualify if you...
- Participants with ankle fractures
- Participants with dislocations
- Participants with grade III ankle sprains
- Participants with bony restrictions
- Participants with swelling
- Participants with neuropathy
- Participants with any other neuromuscular disorders
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 4 weeks
Participants receive proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching with or without neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) to rehabilitate ankle sprains.
3 visits per week for a total of 12 sessions
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Fooyin University
Kaohsiung City, No. 151, Jinxue Road, Daliao District, Taiwan
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Research Team
I
I-Hsuan Chen
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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