Core stability versus cognitive training to improve balance and postural control in chronic ankle instability

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

Adults with unilateral chronic ankle instability will be assigned to receive dynamic functional core stability exercises, cognitive (dual-task) training, or a combined program delivered in outpatient sessions. The program includes strengthening, balance, spinal motor control (stabilization) exercises, and cognitive tasks tailored to dual-task conditions. Outcomes measured before and after the intervention include balance and postural control tests, functional performance, ankle dorsiflexion range of motion, self-reported ankle instability scores, and mental workload. The study compares changes in single- and dual-task performance to determine which approach best improves stability and reduces re-injury risk.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Inclusion criteria will be based on the standard criteria outlined by the International Ankle Consortium

1. History of chronic lateral ankle sprain and/or recurrent sprain and/or "feelings of instability or giving way" for 6 months or more before the study, with at least 2 episodes.
2. Patients are between 18 and 30 years old. 3- Body mass index less than 30

4\. The patient has a history of at least one significant ankle sprain with associated inflammatory symptoms and at least one day of interrupted physical activity.

5\. Patients who have unilateral chronic ankle instability. 6. Self-reported ankle instability should be confirmed using a validated ankle instability questionnaire (greater than 24).

Exclusion Criteria:

Those with a history of spine, pelvis, and lower extremity injury, fracture, or surgery 2- Those with low back pain that require medical or surgical intervention. 3- Having a history of an acute lower extremity injury or lower extremity surgery or fracture in the 3 months before the Study 4. Participation in formal ankle rehabilitation in the 3 months before the study.

5\. Being diagnosed with neurologic dysfunction, such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, or head injury

Where it's running

• out-patient clinic, faculty of physical therapy, Cairo university
  Cairo, Egypt Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Manar Mahmoud Mohamed, Assistant lecturer
• Email: manarmahmoud690@gmail.com
• Phone: +20 100 758 7316

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.