Study of Electrical Stimulation Combined with Stretching to Improve Chronic Ankle Sprain Problems in Adults Aged 18 to 30

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.

NMES With PNF for Ankle Sprain Rehabilitation