Observing the Bowen technique for first-degree ankle sprains
First-degree Ankle Sprains
Rehabilitation Centre Zivot · NCT06645262
This study is testing whether the Bowen technique can help people with mild ankle sprains recover better when combined with ice treatment.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Weeks and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Rehabilitation Centre Zivot (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Mostar) |
| Trial ID | NCT06645262 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study focuses on individuals with Grade I ankle sprains, which are common injuries particularly among athletes and active individuals. The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Bowen technique, a treatment method that has shown promise for other musculoskeletal issues, in managing these ankle sprains. Participants will receive cryotherapy as part of their treatment regimen, and their recovery will be monitored to assess outcomes. The study seeks to fill a gap in the existing literature regarding the Bowen technique's application for this specific type of injury.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 18 and older who have been diagnosed with a Grade I acute ankle sprain.
Not a fit: Patients with recurrent ankle injuries or those with more severe Grade II or III sprains will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a new, effective treatment option for patients suffering from first-degree ankle sprains.
How similar studies have performed: While the Bowen technique has been effective for other musculoskeletal conditions, its application for Grade I ankle sprains has not been extensively studied, making this approach relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals diagnosed with Grade I acute ankle sprain confirmed by a specialist physician in radiology, * Age of participants ≥ 18 years, * Individuals of both sexes Exclusion Criteria: * Recurrent ankle injury, * Acute ankle sprains of Grade II and III, * Presence of other physical and/or mental health issues.
Where this trial is running
Mostar
- Rehabilitation Centre Život — Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Darko Bilić, mag.fizio.
- Email: darkobilic@gmail.com
- Phone: +38763318139
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Ankle Sprain 1St Degree, ankle sprain, Bowen technique