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The overall objective of this study is to examine the effects of a 6-week foot-intensive rehabilitation (FIRE) program on lateral ankle sprain (LAS) re-injury rates, CAI symptoms, sensorimotor function, and self-reported disability in CAI patients.


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Lateral ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries sustained by the general population with the greatest rates in people who are physically active or service members. Approximately 40% of lateral ankle sprain patients develop chronic ankle instability (CAI) characterized by recurrent lateral ankle sprains, repetitive sensations of ankle "giving way", residual ankle sprain symptoms, and self-reported disability. Factors related to the development and progression of CAI has been thoroughly studied. However, few interventions have been developed which have successfully created long term reductions in re-injury rates, physical function, or health-related quality of life. Recent work by our research team has uncovered several novel motor and sensory deficits in the foot in patients with CAI. Deficits in foot function may contribute to the high re-injury rates, deficits in balance and strength, and diminished health-related quality of life commonly experienced by individuals with CAI. The investigators expect the additive effect of FIRE with components of the standard of care (balance training, strength training, and range of motion) will create the synergy needed to reduce future injuries (Aim 1), enhance physical function (Aim 2), and reduce self-reported disability in CAI patients (Aim 3). ;


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NCT number NCT04493645
Study type Interventional
Source University of Kentucky
Contact Douglas Long, M.S.
Phone 859-323-5438
Email delong2@uky.edu
Status Recruiting
Phase N/A
Start date October 28, 2021
Completion date October 1, 2025

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