Ankle SprainsNCT06198270
Effects of Neuromuscular Training With K-tape in Footballer With Ankle Sprain
A study testing Closed Kinetic Chain Exercise and Neuromuscular Training with K Tape in people with Ankle Sprains and Proprioception, run by Riphah International University at 1 site in Pakistan.
Trial summary
This randomized controlled trial, conducted at the Pakistan Sports Board in Lahore from March to August 2023, investigates the impact of neuromuscular training with K-Tape on pain, range of motion, and balance in footballers with grade I and II ankle sprains. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 28 years, men only
- Conditions the study is for
- Ankle Sprains, Proprioception, Pain
- What is being tested?
- Closed Kinetic Chain Exercise and Neuromuscular Training with K Tape
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 30 participants
- Where
- 1 sitePakistan
- Study dates
- 10 Apr 2023to 1 Oct 2023
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 28 years
- Men only
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Male
- Age:18-28 years
- Football Players (Playing since one year)
- Ankle Sprain Grade 1, 2
- (Squeeze Test and Talar Tilt Test) performed to diagnosis ankle sprain
Who cannot join
- Any Lower limb Musculoskeletal injury/Trauma
- Ankle or lower limb fracture (since last 6months)
- Any related systemic condition (diabetes)
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
Pakistan1 site
Riphah International University
Lahore, Punjab Province, 54770
About this study
Official title: Effects of Neuromuscular Training With K-tape on Pain, Range of Motion and Balance in Footballer With Ankle Sprain
This randomized controlled trial, conducted at the Pakistan Sports Board in Lahore from March to August 2023, investigates the impact of neuromuscular training with K-Tape on pain, range of motion, and balance in footballers with grade I and II ankle sprains. A total of 30 male participants aged 18-30, engaged in sports for at least one year with weekly training durations of 15-20 hours, are included in the study through a non-probability convenient sampling technique. The participants are divided into two groups: Group A (Control) receiving closed-chain exercises and Group B (Experimental) undergoing neuromuscular training with K-Tape. Data collection utilizes the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) for pain, the Star Excursion Balance Test for dynamic balance, Foot and Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM)-Sport Subscale, and a goniometer for range of motion. Participants undergo three sessions of treatment per week for four weeks. The collected data will be analyzed using SPSS version 25, aiming to provide insights into the efficacy of neuromuscular training with K-Tape as a rehabilitation strategy for ankle sprains in footballers.
Read the detailed description
Ankle sprains are prevalent injuries among footballers, often leading to pain, reduced range of motion, and compromised balance. While conventional closed-chain exercises are commonly employed in rehabilitation, this study addresses the potential benefits of neuromuscular training with K-Tape. The rationale lies in the understanding that precise interventions targeting neuromuscular control may offer additional therapeutic advantages. By exploring the effects of such an intervention, this research seeks to contribute insights into optimizing rehabilitation strategies for footballers recovering from ankle sprains, aiming to enhance both short-term recovery outcomes and long-term athletic performance.
This randomized controlled trial investigates the therapeutic efficacy of neuromuscular training with K-Tape in addressing pain, range of motion (ROM), and balance in footballers with grade I and II ankle sprains. Conducted at the Pakistan Sports Board in Lahore over a six-month period from March to August 2023, the study enrolled 30 male participants aged 18-30, actively engaged in sports for a minimum of one year, with weekly training durations ranging from 15 to 20 hours. Participants were divided into two groups: Group A (Control) received closed-chain exercises, while Group B (Experimental) underwent neuromuscular training with K-Tape.
Data collection utilized comprehensive tools, including the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) for pain assessment, the Star Excursion Balance Test for dynamic balance evaluation, the Foot and Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM)-Sport Subscale to gauge functional abilities, and a goniometer for measuring range of motion. Both groups underwent three treatment sessions per week for four weeks. Group A adhered to conventional closed-chain exercises, while Group B received the experimental intervention of neuromuscular training with K-Tape.
The collected data will undergo rigorous analysis using SPSS version 25 to discern the comparative effectiveness of closed-chain exercises and neuromuscular training with K-Tape on the specified outcome measures. The study's findings are expected to provide valuable insights into potential rehabilitation strategies for footballers with ankle sprains, contributing to the advancement of sports medicine and guiding future interventions in optimizing the recovery process.
- Conditions
- Ankle Sprains, Proprioception, Pain, Balanced
- Being tested
- Closed Kinetic Chain Exercise, Neuromuscular Training with K Tape
- Keywords
- ankle sprain, neuromuscular training, closed kinetic chain, Balance, Functions
- Medical subject headings
- Ankle Injuries, Pain
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Closed Kinetic Chain ExerciseOther
Closed chain exercise plan of 5 exercises, 10reps x 3sets of each, 3 days in a week for 4-weeks, all values measured before and after 4-weeks.
Neuromuscular Training with K TapeOther
Neuromuscular training plan of 5 exercises, 10reps x 3sets of each, 3 days in a week, for 4-weeks, all values measured before and after 4-weeks. Just After the session k-tape applied.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Close Kinetic Chain Exercise | Other | Control Group (Close Kinetic Chain Exercise) Receives: Other: Closed Kinetic Chain Exercise |
| Neuromuscular training with K-Tape | Experimental | Experimental Group (Neuromuscular training with K-Tape Receives: Other: Neuromuscular Training with K Tape |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Goniometer for Range of Motion
A goniometer is a device that measures an angle or permits the rotation of an object to a definite position.
Measured: 4 weeks
Star balance excursion test for Balance
The Star Excursion Balance Test is a reliable measure and a valid dynamic test to predict risk of lower extremity injury, to identify dynamic balance deficits in patients with lower extremity conditions, and to be responsive to training programs in healthy participants and those with lower extremity conditions.
Measured: 4 weeks
Foot and ankle ability Measure for Functional Performance
The FAAM is a self-report measure that assesses physical function of individuals with lower leg, foot, and ankle musculoskeletal disorders. 2) Sports subscale of 8 items. For each subscale patients are asked to answer each question with a single response that most clearly describes their condition within the past week.
Measured: 4 weeks
Numerical Rating Pain Scale for Pain
The Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) is a subjective measure in which individuals rate their pain on an eleven-point numerical scale. The scale is composed of 0 (no pain at all) to 10 (worst imaginable pain).
Measured: 4 weeks
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted10 Jan 2024
- Study start10 Apr 2023
- Primary completion10 Sep 2023
- Study completion1 Oct 2023
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (6)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Ankle SprainsStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Riphah International UniversityThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 30 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Riphah International University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
- Investigators
- Aamir Gul Memon, MS-SPT, Principal investigator, Riphah International University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06198270
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- REC/RCR&AHS/23/33
- Status last verified
- Jan 2024
- First submitted
- 26 Dec 2023
- Last updated
- 30 Jan 2024
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Publications
Alahmari KA, Kakaraparthi VN, Reddy RS, Silvian P, Tedla JS, Rengaramanujam K, Ahmad I. Combined Effects of Strengthening and Proprioceptive Training on Stability, Balance, and Proprioception Among Subjects with Chronic Ankle Instability in Different Age Groups: Evaluation of Clinical Outcome Measures. Indian J Orthop. 2020 Jul 15;55(Suppl 1):199-208. doi: 10.1007/s43465-020-00192-6. eCollection 2021 May.
PubMed 34122771Allois R, Niglia A, Pernice A, Cuesta-Barriuso R. Fascial therapy, strength exercises and taping in soccer players with recurrent ankle sprains: A randomized controlled trial. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2021 Jul;27:256-264. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2021.03.022. Epub 2021 Apr 2.
PubMed 34391242Thompson JY, Byrne C, Williams MA, Keene DJ, Schlussel MM, Lamb SE. Prognostic factors for recovery following acute lateral ankle ligament sprain: a systematic review. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2017 Oct 23;18(1):421. doi: 10.1186/s12891-017-1777-9.
PubMed 29061135Faizullin I, Faizullina E. Effects of balance training on post-sprained ankle joint instability. Int J Risk Saf Med. 2015;27 Suppl 1:S99-S101. doi: 10.3233/JRS-150707.
PubMed 26639734Kim K, Jeon K. Development of an efficient rehabilitation exercise program for functional recovery in chronic ankle instability. J Phys Ther Sci. 2016 May;28(5):1443-7. doi: 10.1589/jpts.28.1443. Epub 2016 May 31.
PubMed 27313347Caldemeyer LE, Brown SM, Mulcahey MK. Neuromuscular training for the prevention of ankle sprains in female athletes: a systematic review. Phys Sportsmed. 2020 Nov;48(4):363-369. doi: 10.1080/00913847.2020.1732246. Epub 2020 Feb 28.
PubMed 32067546
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 30 Jan 2024. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Effects of Neuromuscular Training With K-tape on Pain, Range of Motion and Balance in Footballer With Ankle Sprain
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT06198270
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- REC/RCR&AHS/23/33
- Conditions
- Ankle Sprains, Proprioception, Pain, Balanced
- Keywords
- ankle sprain, neuromuscular training, closed kinetic chain, Balance, Functions
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 30 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Riphah International UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 10 Apr 2023 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 10 Sep 2023 (actual)
- Study completion
- 1 Oct 2023 (actual)
- First posted
- 10 Jan 2024 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This randomized controlled trial, conducted at the Pakistan Sports Board in Lahore from March to August 2023, investigates the impact of neuromuscular training with K-Tape on pain, range of motion, and balance in footballers with grade I and II ankle sprains. A total of 30 male participants aged 18-30, engaged in sports for at least one year with weekly training durations of 15-20 hours, are included in the study through a non-probability convenient sampling technique. The participants are divided into two groups: Group A (Control) receiving closed-chain exercises and Group B (Experimental) undergoing neuromuscular training with K-Tape. Data collection utilizes the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) for pain, the Star Excursion Balance Test for dynamic balance, Foot and Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM)-Sport Subscale, and a goniometer for range of motion. Participants undergo three sessions of treatment per week for four weeks. The collected data will be analyzed using SPSS version 25, aiming to provide insights into the efficacy of neuromuscular training with K-Tape as a rehabilitation strategy for ankle sprains in footballers.
Detailed description
Ankle sprains are prevalent injuries among footballers, often leading to pain, reduced range of motion, and compromised balance. While conventional closed-chain exercises are commonly employed in rehabilitation, this study addresses the potential benefits of neuromuscular training with K-Tape. The rationale lies in the understanding that precise interventions targeting neuromuscular control may offer additional therapeutic advantages. By exploring the effects of such an intervention, this research seeks to contribute insights into optimizing rehabilitation strategies for footballers recovering from ankle sprains, aiming to enhance both short-term recovery outcomes and long-term athletic performance.
This randomized controlled trial investigates the therapeutic efficacy of neuromuscular training with K-Tape in addressing pain, range of motion (ROM), and balance in footballers with grade I and II ankle sprains. Conducted at the Pakistan Sports Board in Lahore over a six-month period from March to August 2023, the study enrolled 30 male participants aged 18-30, actively engaged in sports for a minimum of one year, with weekly training durations ranging from 15 to 20 hours. Participants were divided into two groups: Group A (Control) received closed-chain exercises, while Group B (Experimental) underwent neuromuscular training with K-Tape.
Data collection utilized comprehensive tools, including the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) for pain assessment, the Star Excursion Balance Test for dynamic balance evaluation, the Foot and Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM)-Sport Subscale to gauge functional abilities, and a goniometer for measuring range of motion. Both groups underwent three treatment sessions per week for four weeks. Group A adhered to conventional closed-chain exercises, while Group B received the experimental intervention of neuromuscular training with K-Tape.
The collected data will undergo rigorous analysis using SPSS version 25 to discern the comparative effectiveness of closed-chain exercises and neuromuscular training with K-Tape on the specified outcome measures. The study's findings are expected to provide valuable insights into potential rehabilitation strategies for footballers with ankle sprains, contributing to the advancement of sports medicine and guiding future interventions in optimizing the recovery process.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Close Kinetic Chain Exercise | Other | Other: Closed Kinetic Chain ExerciseControl Group (Close Kinetic Chain Exercise) |
| Neuromuscular training with K-Tape | Experimental | Other: Neuromuscular Training with K TapeExperimental Group (Neuromuscular training with K-Tape |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 28 years
- Sex
- Male only
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (5 listed)
- Male
- Age:18-28 years
- Football Players (Playing since one year)
- Ankle Sprain Grade 1, 2
- (Squeeze Test and Talar Tilt Test) performed to diagnosis ankle sprain
Key exclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Any Lower limb Musculoskeletal injury/Trauma
- Ankle or lower limb fracture (since last 6months)
- Any related systemic condition (diabetes)
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Closed Kinetic Chain ExerciseClosed chain exercise plan of 5 exercises, 10reps x 3sets of each, 3 days in a week for 4-weeks, all values measured before and after 4-weeks. | Other | Close Kinetic Chain Exercise |
| Neuromuscular Training with K TapeNeuromuscular training plan of 5 exercises, 10reps x 3sets of each, 3 days in a week, for 4-weeks, all values measured before and after 4-weeks. Just After the session k-tape applied. | Other | Neuromuscular training with K-Tape |
Primary outcome
Goniometer for Range of Motion
Time frame: 4 weeks
A goniometer is a device that measures an angle or permits the rotation of an object to a definite position.
Star balance excursion test for Balance
Time frame: 4 weeks
The Star Excursion Balance Test is a reliable measure and a valid dynamic test to predict risk of lower extremity injury, to identify dynamic balance deficits in patients with lower extremity conditions, and to be responsive to training programs in healthy participants and those with lower extremity conditions.
Foot and ankle ability Measure for Functional Performance
Time frame: 4 weeks
The FAAM is a self-report measure that assesses physical function of individuals with lower leg, foot, and ankle musculoskeletal disorders. 2) Sports subscale of 8 items. For each subscale patients are asked to answer each question with a single response that most clearly describes their condition within the past week.
Numerical Rating Pain Scale for Pain
Time frame: 4 weeks
The Numerical Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) is a subjective measure in which individuals rate their pain on an eleven-point numerical scale. The scale is composed of 0 (no pain at all) to 10 (worst imaginable pain).
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 30 Jan 2024.
- Background: PubMed 34122771Alahmari KA, Kakaraparthi VN, Reddy RS, Silvian P, Tedla JS, Rengaramanujam K, Ahmad I. Combined Effects of Strengthening and Proprioceptive Training on Stability, Balance, and Proprioception Among Subjects with Chronic Ankle Instability in Different Age Groups: Evaluation of Clinical Outcome Measures. Indian J Orthop. 2020 Jul 15;55(Suppl 1):199-208. doi: 10.1007/s43465-020-00192-6. eCollection 2021 May.
- Background: PubMed 34391242Allois R, Niglia A, Pernice A, Cuesta-Barriuso R. Fascial therapy, strength exercises and taping in soccer players with recurrent ankle sprains: A randomized controlled trial. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2021 Jul;27:256-264. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2021.03.022. Epub 2021 Apr 2.
- Background: PubMed 29061135Thompson JY, Byrne C, Williams MA, Keene DJ, Schlussel MM, Lamb SE. Prognostic factors for recovery following acute lateral ankle ligament sprain: a systematic review. BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2017 Oct 23;18(1):421. doi: 10.1186/s12891-017-1777-9.
- Background: PubMed 26639734Faizullin I, Faizullina E. Effects of balance training on post-sprained ankle joint instability. Int J Risk Saf Med. 2015;27 Suppl 1:S99-S101. doi: 10.3233/JRS-150707.
- Background: PubMed 27313347Kim K, Jeon K. Development of an efficient rehabilitation exercise program for functional recovery in chronic ankle instability. J Phys Ther Sci. 2016 May;28(5):1443-7. doi: 10.1589/jpts.28.1443. Epub 2016 May 31.
- Background: PubMed 32067546Caldemeyer LE, Brown SM, Mulcahey MK. Neuromuscular training for the prevention of ankle sprains in female athletes: a systematic review. Phys Sportsmed. 2020 Nov;48(4):363-369. doi: 10.1080/00913847.2020.1732246. Epub 2020 Feb 28.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
Aamir Gul Memon, MS-SPT principal investigator
Riphah International University
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Closed Kinetic Chain Exercise and Neuromuscular Training with K Tape in people with Ankle Sprains and Proprioception, run by Riphah International University at 1 site in Pakistan.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 5 inclusion and 3 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 30 Jan 2024. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Pakistan. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Goniometer for Range of Motion (time frame: 4 weeks). The study lists 4 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT06198270, which also lists 6 linked publications.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 30 Jan 2024.