NMES combined with PNF for ankle sprain rehab

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

This interventional trial will enroll 60 adults aged 18–30 with a history of ankle sprain and randomize them into two groups of 30. The experimental group will receive PNF stretching combined with neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) while the control group will receive PNF stretching alone, with both groups training three times per week for four weeks (12 sessions total). Outcomes measured before and after the program include pain, balance, range of motion, proprioception, strength, joint mobility, and functional limitations. Participants with fractures, dislocations, grade III sprains, bony restrictions, swelling, neuropathy, or other neuromuscular disorders are excluded.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Aged 18-30 years
* Adults with a history of ankle sprain

Exclusion Criteria:

* Participants with ankle fractures, dislocations, grade III ankle sprains, bony restrictions, swelling, neuropathy, or any other neuromuscular disorders are excluded.

Where it's running

• Fooyin University
  Kaohsiung City, No. 151, Jinxue Road, Daliao District, Taiwan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: I-Hsuan Chen
• Email: Y0894@fy.edu.tw
• Phone: 886-7-7811151 #7043

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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.