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Nishimura T, Asai H, Otsubo S, Nakai S, Inaoka PT. Effect of controlled start position on the reach distance distribution range in the functional reach test among community-dwelling older adults. J Phys Ther Sci 2024; 36:102-110. [PMID: 38434991 PMCID: PMC10904222 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.36.102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2023] [Accepted: 11/25/2023] [Indexed: 03/05/2024] Open
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[Purpose] This study investigated the effect of controlled start position (CSP) on the reach distance distribution range (RDDR) in the functional reach test (FRT) in community-dwelling older adults. [Participants and Methods] The participants were 34 community-dwelling older adults. We compared the RDDR in CSP and non-CSP and analyzed the relationship between the mean reach distance (MRD) and the length of movement of the center of pressure (LMCOP). [Results] The RDDR in CSP condition was significantly lower than non-CSP condition. A significant positive correlation was observed only for CSP condition. In the non-CSP condition, MRD was not reflected in the LMCOP. [Conclusion] The FRT in the CSP effectively reflects the standing balance ability of community-dwelling older adults.
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- Takaaki Nishimura
- Department of Community-based-Rehabilitation, Nanto
Municipal Hospital: 938 Inami, Nanto-shi, Toyama 932-0211, Japan
- Department of Physical Therapy, Graduate Course of
Rehabilitation Science, Division of Health Sciences, Graduate School of Medical Sciences,
Kanazawa University, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Graduate Course of
Rehabilitation Science, School of Health Sciences, College of Medical, Pharmaceutical, and
Health Sciences, Kanazawa University, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Graduate Course of
Rehabilitation Science, Division of Health Sciences, Graduate School of Medical Sciences,
Kanazawa University, Japan
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- Department of Community-based-Rehabilitation, Nanto
Municipal Hospital: 938 Inami, Nanto-shi, Toyama 932-0211, Japan
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Graduate Course of
Rehabilitation Science, School of Health Sciences, College of Medical, Pharmaceutical, and
Health Sciences, Kanazawa University, Japan
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Mailuhu AK, Verhagen EA, van Ochten J, Bindels PJ, Bierma-Zeinstra SM, van Middelkoop M. E-health intervention for preventing recurrent ankle sprains: a randomised controlled trial in general practice. Br J Gen Pract 2024; 74:e56-e62. [PMID: 38154933 PMCID: PMC10755994 DOI: 10.3399/bjgp.2022.0465] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2022] [Accepted: 08/10/2023] [Indexed: 12/30/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Ankle sprains are frequent injuries in general practice. However, no effective treatment is available yet. AIM To examine the effectiveness of an unsupervised e-health-supported neuromuscular training programme in combination with usual care compared with usual care alone in patients with acute lateral ankle sprains in general practice. DESIGN AND SETTING Randomised controlled trial with 1-year follow-up among patients (14-65 years) who visited the GP with an acute lateral ankle sprain within 3 weeks of injury. METHOD The intervention group received, in addition to usual care, an unsupervised e-health-supported neuromuscular training programme and the control group received usual care alone. The primary outcome was self-reported re-sprains during 52 weeks of follow-up. Secondary outcomes were ankle function, pain in rest and during activity, subjective recovery, and return to the same type and level of sport. RESULTS In total, 165 participants (mean age 38.3 years and 69 [41.8%] male) were included. No statistically significant difference in the occurrence of a re-sprain were found between the intervention 20.7% (17/82) and control group 24.1% (20/83) (hazard ratio 1.14, 95% confidence interval = 0.59 to 2.21). Also, no statistically significant differences in secondary outcomes were found between groups. The adherence rate to the programme was low (6.1%, 5/82). CONCLUSION The rate of re-sprains was relatively high and an unsupervised e-health-supported neuromuscular training programme does not yield meaningful effects and does not encourage adherence in preventing re-sprains in patients in general practice. More research is necessary to indicate the best treatment modality and way of delivery for these patients.
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- Adinda Ke Mailuhu
- Department of General Practice, Erasmus MC, University Medical Centre, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Health Sciences & EMGO Institute for Health and Care Research, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of General Practice, Erasmus MC, University Medical Centre, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of General Practice, Erasmus MC, University Medical Centre, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of General Practice, Erasmus MC, University Medical Centre, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of General Practice, Erasmus MC, University Medical Centre, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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Harris-Hayes M, Zorn P, Steger-May K, Burgess MM, DeMargel RD, Kuebler S, Clohisy J, Haroutounian S. Comparison of Joint Mobilization and Movement Pattern Training for Patients With Hip-Related Groin Pain: A Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial. Phys Ther 2023; 103:pzad111. [PMID: 37606253 PMCID: PMC10683042 DOI: 10.1093/ptj/pzad111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2022] [Revised: 04/19/2023] [Accepted: 06/10/2023] [Indexed: 08/23/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to assess the feasibility of completing a randomized clinical trial (RCT) and examine the preliminary effects of 2 interventions for hip-related groin pain (HRGP). METHODS In this pilot RCT, patients with HRGP, who were 18 to 40 years old, were randomized (1:1 ratio) to a joint mobilization (JtMob) group or a movement pattern training (MoveTrain) group. Both treatments included 10 supervised sessions and a home exercise program. The goal of JtMob was to reduce pain and improve mobility through peripherally and centrally mediated pain mechanisms. The key element was physical therapist-provided JtMob. The goal of MoveTrain was to reduce hip joint stresses by optimizing the biomechanics of patient-specific tasks. The key element was task-specific instruction to correct abnormal movement patterns displayed during tasks. Primary outcomes were related to future trial feasibility. The primary effectiveness outcome was the Hip Disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score. Examiners were blinded to group; patients and treatment providers were not. Data collected at baseline and immediately after treatment were analyzed with analysis of covariance using a generalized linear model in which change was the dependent variable and baseline was the covariate. The study was modified due to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. RESULTS The COVID-19 pandemic affected participation; 127 patients were screened, 33 were randomized (18 to the JtMob group and 15 to the MoveTrain group), and 29 (88%) provided posttreatment data. Treatment session adherence was 85%, and home exercise program component adherence ranged from 71 to 86%. Both groups demonstrated significant mean within-group improvements of ≥5 points on Hip Disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score scales. There were no between-group differences in effectiveness outcomes. CONCLUSIONS A large RCT to assess the effects of JtMob and MoveTrain for patients with HRGP may be feasible. Preliminary findings suggested that JtMob or MoveTrain may result in improvements in patient-reported pain and activity limitations. IMPACT The COVID-19 pandemic interfered with participation, but a randomized controlled trial may be feasible. Modification may be needed if the trial is completed during future pandemics.
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- Marcie Harris-Hayes
- Program in Physical Therapy, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
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- Patricia Zorn Center for Physical Therapy and Spine Rehabilitation, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
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- Center for Biostatistics and Data Science, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
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- Program in Physical Therapy, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
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- Program in Physical Therapy, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
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- Program in Physical Therapy, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Washington University Pain Center, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, Missouri, USA
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Evidence for Rehabilitation Interventions After Acute Lateral Ankle Sprains in Athletes: A Scoping Review. J Sport Rehabil 2022; 31:457-464. [PMID: 34969012 DOI: 10.1123/jsr.2021-0244] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2021] [Revised: 09/29/2021] [Accepted: 10/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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CONTEXT Acute lateral ankle sprain (LAS) is a common injury in athletes and is often associated with decreased athletic performance and, if treated poorly, can result in chronic ankle issues, such as instability. Physical performance demands, such as cutting, hopping, and landing, involved with certain sport participation suggests that the rehabilitation needs of an athlete after LAS may differ from those of the general population. OBJECTIVE To review the literature to determine the most effective rehabilitation interventions reported for athletes returning to sport after acute LAS. EVIDENCE ACQUISITION Data Sources: Databases PubMed, Embase, CINAHL, SPORTDiscus, and PEDro were searched to July 2020. STUDY SELECTION A scoping review protocol was developed and followed in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis Extension for Scoping Reviews guidelines and registered (https://osf.io/bgek3/). Study selection included published articles on rehabilitation for ankle sprain in an athletic population. DATA EXTRACTION Parameters included athlete and sport type, age, sex, intervention investigated, outcome measures, measurement tool, and follow-up period. DATA SYNTHESIS A qualitative synthesis for all articles was undertaken, and a quantitative subanalysis of randomized controlled trials and critical methodological appraisal was also conducted. EVIDENCE SYNTHESIS A total of 37 articles were included in this review consisting of 5 systematic and 20 narrative reviews, 7 randomized controlled trials, a single-case series, case report, position statement, critically appraised topic, and descriptive study. Randomized controlled trial interventions included early dynamic training, electrotherapy, and hydrotherapy. CONCLUSIONS Early dynamic training after acute LAS in athletes results in a shorter time to return to sport, increased functional performance, and decreased self-reported reinjury. The results of this scoping review support an early functional and dynamic rehabilitation approach when compared to passive interventions for athletes returning to sport after LAS. Despite existing research on rehabilitation of LAS in the general population, a lack of evidence exists related to athletes seeking to return to sport.
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Cao Y, Yang C, Xu Y, Hong Y, Xu X. Anatomic reconstruction of the lateral ligaments using allograft tendon and suspensory fixation for chronic lateral ankle instability with poor remnant quality: results and complications. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2022; 143:3231-3237. [PMID: 36334141 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-022-04680-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2022] [Accepted: 10/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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PURPOSE Treatment of chronic lateral ankle instability (CLAI) with poor remnant quality is challenging. The aim of the present study was to evaluate clinical results and complications of anatomic reconstruction of the lateral ligaments using allograft tendon and suspensory fixation in the treatment of such patients. METHODS One hundred and eight patients with CLAI, who were treated surgically using anatomic reconstruction with allograft tendon and suspensory fixation between April 2016 and January 2018 at our hospital, were retrospectively analysed. None of the patients had sufficient ligament remnants for the modified Broström procedure during the intraoperative evaluation. Eighteen patients were excluded. Seventeen patients were lost to follow-up and 73 patients completed the study. The mean duration of instability symptoms was 39.1 months (range, 6-480 months). The mean follow-up time was 57.5 months (range, 48-69 months). Clinical results were evaluated using the Karlsson scoring scale, American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society-Ankle and Hindfoot (AOFAS-AH) score, visual analogue scale (VAS), patients' subjective satisfaction, and incidence of complications. Mechanical stability was evaluated using the varus talar tilt angle (TTA) and anterior talar displacement (ATD). RESULTS The AOFAS-AH scores significantly improved from 67.7 ± 8.5 points to 89.8 ± 9.5 (p < 0.001). The Karlsson scoring scales evolved from 58.8 ± 16.5 to 88.4 ± 11.2 (p < 0.001). VAS scores significantly decreased from 2.9 ± 1.3 to 1.1 ± 1.0 (p < 0.001). On stress radiographs, TTA decreased from 15.1 ± 2.5 degrees to 5.8 ± 2.1 degrees (p < 0.001), whereas ATD reduced from 13.4 ± 2.9 mm to 5.7 ± 1.5 mm (p < 0.001). Patients' subjective satisfaction indicated 46 excellent, 20 good, 5 fair, and 2 bad results. Postoperatively, 15 cases (20.5%) did not achieve complete relief of discomfort or swelling, 9 cases (12.3%) experienced joint stiffness or decreased range of motion, and 6 cases (8.2%) had soft tissue irritation. Residual instability and reoperation are rare. Allograft rejection or wound infection was not observed. CONCLUSION For the CLAI patients with poor remnant quality, anatomic reconstruction of the lateral ligaments using allograft tendon and suspensory fixation is an effective procedure, while the top three complications in incidence were residual discomfort, joint stiffness, and soft tissue irritation. LEVELS OF EVIDENCE Level IV, retrospective case series.
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- Yongxing Cao
- Department of Orthopedics, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, No. 197, Ruijin Er Rd., 200025, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, No. 197, Ruijin Er Rd., 200025, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, No. 197, Ruijin Er Rd., 200025, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, No. 197, Ruijin Er Rd., 200025, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, No. 197, Ruijin Er Rd., 200025, Shanghai, China.
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Gaddi D, Mosca A, Piatti M, Munegato D, Catalano M, Di Lorenzo G, Turati M, Zanchi N, Piscitelli D, Chui K, Zatti G, Bigoni M. Acute Ankle Sprain Management: An Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews. Front Med (Lausanne) 2022; 9:868474. [PMID: 35872766 PMCID: PMC9301067 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2022.868474] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2022] [Accepted: 05/27/2022] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Even though ankle sprains are among the most frequent musculoskeletal injuries seen in emergency departments, management of these injuries continues to lack standardization. Our objective was to carry out an umbrella review of systematic reviews to collect the most effective evidence-based treatments and to point out the state-of-the-art management for this injury. PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and the Cochrane library were searched from January 2000 to September 2020. After removing duplicates and applying the eligibility criteria, based on titles and abstracts, 32 studies were screened. At the end of the process, 24 articles were included in this umbrella review with a mean score of 7.7/11 on the AMSTAR quality assessment tool. We found evidence supporting the effectiveness of non-surgical treatment in managing acute ankle sprain; moreover, functional treatment seems to be preferable to immobilization. We also found evidence supporting the use of paracetamol or opioids as effective alternatives to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs to reduce pain. Furthermore, we found evidence supporting the effectiveness of manipulative and supervised exercise therapy to prevent re-injury and restore ankle dorsiflexion.
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- Diego Gaddi
- Orthopedic Department, San Gerardo Hospital, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
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- Orthopedic Department, San Gerardo Hospital, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
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- Orthopedic Department, San Gerardo Hospital, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
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- Orthopedic Department, San Gerardo Hospital, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
- Department of Paediatric Orthopedic Surgery, University Hospital Grenoble-Alpes, University Grenoble-Alpes, Grenoble, France
- Transalpine Center of Pediatric Sports Medicine and Surgery, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
- Hospital Couple Enfant, Grenoble, France
- *Correspondence: Marco Turati
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- Orthopedic Department, San Gerardo Hospital, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
- School of Physical and Occupational Therapy, McGill University, Montréal, QC, Canada
- Department of Kinesiology, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, United States
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Waldron College of Health and Human Services, Radford University, Roanoke, VA, United States
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- Orthopedic Department, San Gerardo Hospital, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
- Transalpine Center of Pediatric Sports Medicine and Surgery, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
- Hospital Couple Enfant, Grenoble, France
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- Orthopedic Department, San Gerardo Hospital, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
- Transalpine Center of Pediatric Sports Medicine and Surgery, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
- Hospital Couple Enfant, Grenoble, France
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Khan B, Ikram M, Rehman SSU, Un Nisa Z. Urdu translation and cross-cultural validation of Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool (CAIT). BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2022; 23:443. [PMID: 35549689 PMCID: PMC9097047 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-022-05408-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/22/2022] [Accepted: 04/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Background The Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool (CAIT) is a self-assessment tool for people with chronic ankle instability (CAI). This tool had been translated and validated in many languages but there is no Urdu version of CAIT available. Objective The aim was to translate the CAIT into the Urdu Language and determine its validity and reliability. Methods A standardized step-wise forward and backward translation process was followed. Content, construct, convergent validity, internal consistency, and test–retest reliability were determined. A pilot study was done on 10 patients with CAI. The final version was investigated in 120 patients (mean age 26.6 ± 4.8 yrs) with CAI for validity and test–retest reliability in which 105 participants filled the questionnaire in the second week. Internal consistency was calculated by Cronbach’s alpha. Intraclass correlation (ICC2,1) was calculated to assess test–retest reliability between two weeks. Standard error of measurement (SEM) and smallest detectable change (SDC) were calculated. Convergent validity was determined by correlating Urdu CAIT with the Foot and Ankle Outcome Score (FAOS) using Spearman’s correlation co-efficient. Factor analysis describes the structure of underlying factors. Results Content validity index was > 0.80 of each question. Internal consistency was acceptable (Cronbach’s alpha > 0.75). Convergent validity with FAOS total score showed a moderate negative correlation (r = -0.68) with U-CAIT and negatively correlated with subscales of FAOS. Test–retest reliability was excellent ICC2,1 > 0.80. Scree plot showed 3 factors > 1eigen value. Conclusion The Urdu version of CAIT is a valid and reliable assessment tool for patients with chronic ankle instability. It has good content validity, construct validity and reliability. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12891-022-05408-4.
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- Basma Khan
- Faculty of Rehabilitation and Allied Health Sciences, Riphah International University, Islamabad, Lahore Campus, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Rehabilitation and Allied Health Sciences, Riphah International University, Islamabad, Lahore Campus, Pakistan.
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- Faculty of Rehabilitation and Allied Health Sciences, Riphah International University, Islamabad, Lahore Campus, Pakistan
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- Faculty of Rehabilitation and Allied Health Sciences, Riphah International University, Islamabad, Lahore Campus, Pakistan
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Is Kinesio Taping Effective for Sport Performance and Ankle Function of Athletes with Chronic Ankle Instability (CAI)? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Medicina (B Aires) 2022; 58:medicina58050620. [PMID: 35630037 PMCID: PMC9146435 DOI: 10.3390/medicina58050620] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/27/2022] [Revised: 04/26/2022] [Accepted: 04/27/2022] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Background and Objectives: Ankle injuries are the most common type of injury in healthy active individuals. If not treated properly, recurrent sprains can lead to a condition of chronic ankle instability (CAI). The aim of the present review is to evaluate the effects of Kinesio Taping (or KT) on sports performances and ankle functions in athletes with CAI. Materials and Methods: This systematic review with meta-analysis was carried out following the criteria of the Prisma Statement system (registered on Open Science Framework, number: 10.17605/OSF.IO/D8QN5). For the selection of the studies, PubMed, Scopus and Web of Science were used as databases in which the following string was used: (“kinesiology tape” OR “tape” OR “taping” OR “elastic taping” OR “kinesio taping” OR “neuro taping”) AND (unstable OR instability) AND (ankle OR (ankle OR “ankle sprain” OR “injured ankle” OR “ankle injury”)). The Downs and Black Scale was used for the quality analysis. The outcomes considered were gait functions, ROM, muscle activation, postural sway, dynamic balance, lateral landing from a monopodalic drop and agility. Effect sizes (ESs) were synthesised as standardized mean differences between the control and intervention groups. Calculation of the 95% confidence interval (CI) for each ES was conducted according to Hedges and Olkin. Results: In total, 1448 articles were identified and 8 studies were included, with a total of 270 athletes. The application of the tape had a significant effect size on gait functions, ROM, muscle activation and postural sway. Conclusions: The meta-analysis showed a significant improvement in gait functions (step velocity, step and stride length and reduction in the base of support in dynamics), reduction in the joint ROM in inversion and eversion, decrease in the muscle activation of the long peroneus and decrease in the postural sway in movement in the mid-lateral direction. It is possible to conclude that KT provides a moderate stabilising effect on the ankles of the athletes of most popular contact sports with CAI.
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Lepesis V, Marsden J, Paton J, Rickard A, Latour JM. Experiences of foot and ankle mobilisations combined with home stretches in people with diabetes: a qualitative study embedded in a proof-of-concept randomised controlled trial. J Foot Ankle Res 2022; 15:7. [PMID: 35093130 PMCID: PMC8801130 DOI: 10.1186/s13047-022-00512-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2021] [Accepted: 01/12/2022] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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Background The benefits of exercise and staying active are widely reported in the literature, however adherence and engagement with exercise amongst people with long-term illness and diabetes is poor. Physiotherapy aims to promote independence and physical activity using a range of strategies, including manual therapy and education/advice on exercises. However, low adherence impacts negatively on treatment outcomes. In this study, the practicality of physiotherapy interventions in patients who participate in a proof-of-concept (PoC) randomised controlled trial (RCT) will be considered. Aim To explore the experiences of people with diabetes who received an intervention package of foot and ankle mobilisations combined with home stretches for a 6-week period. Design An embedded qualitative study in a proof-of-concept RCT using semi-structured interviews and thematic analysis. Participants Purposive sample of 16 participants (mean age 73 years) with a diagnosis of diabetes (mean duration 13.4 years) were recruited. Results Analysis revealed seven themes informing the adherence and non-adherence to the exercise intervention. Themes describing the positive experiences were: 1) support from others to do the exercises; 2) psychological factors to motivate exercise adherence; 2) physical factors contributing to exercise adherence; 4) acceptability of home exercises during and beyond the study. Other themes described barriers: 5) social factors that contributed to exercise disengagement; 6) emotional limitations that influence exercise avoidance; 7) physical circumstances that made exercise participation burdensome. Themes highlighted positive influences by physiotherapists, the motivation of doing exercises while participating in a study, improving the perceived range of motion in their foot and ankle and reducing discomfort in these joints whilst being more active with daily activities. Conclusion Our findings highlighted that the intervention of foot and ankle mobilisations combined with home stretches is feasible for study participants. Psycho-social support, self-efficacy, and physiotherapy support are motivational to adhere to the study intervention and might contribute to the success of a full-scale RCT. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s13047-022-00512-z.
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Tomás R, Visco CJ. Management of Acute Ankle Sprains in the Athlete. CURRENT PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION REPORTS 2022. [DOI: 10.1007/s40141-021-00336-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Immediate Effect of Ankle Mobilization on Range of Motion, Dynamic Knee Valgus, and Knee Pain in Women With Patellofemoral Pain and Ankle Dorsiflexion Restriction: A Randomized Controlled Trial With 48-Hour Follow-Up. J Sport Rehabil 2021; 30:697-706. [PMID: 33373976 DOI: 10.1123/jsr.2020-0183] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/24/2020] [Revised: 09/09/2020] [Accepted: 10/08/2020] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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CONTEXT Restriction in ankle dorsiflexion range of motion (ROM) has been previously associated with excessive dynamic knee valgus. This, in turn, has been correlated with knee pain in women with patellofemoral pain. OBJECTIVES To investigate the immediate effect of 3 ankle mobilization techniques on dorsiflexion ROM, dynamic knee valgus, knee pain, and patient perceptions of improvement in women with patellofemoral pain and ankle dorsiflexion restriction. DESIGN Randomized controlled trial with 3 arms. SETTING Biomechanics laboratory. PARTICIPANTS A total of 117 women with patellofemoral pain who display ankle dorsiflexion restriction were divided into 3 groups: ankle mobilization with anterior tibia glide (n = 39), ankle mobilization with posterior tibia glide (n = 39), and ankle mobilization with anterior and posterior tibia glide (n = 39). INTERVENTION(S) The participants received a single session of ankle mobilization with movement technique. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Dorsiflexion ROM (weight-bearing lunge test), dynamic knee valgus (frontal plane projection angle), knee pain (numeric pain rating scale), and patient perceptions of improvement (global perceived effect scale). The outcome measures were collected at the baseline, immediate postintervention (immediate reassessment), and 48 hours postintervention (48 h reassessment). RESULTS There were no significant differences between the 3 treatment groups regarding dorsiflexion ROM and patient perceptions of improvement. Compared with mobilization with anterior and posterior tibia glide, mobilization with anterior tibia glide promoted greater increase in dynamic knee valgus (P = .02) and greater knee pain reduction (P = .02) at immediate reassessment. Also compared with mobilization with anterior and posterior tibia glide, mobilization with posterior tibia glide promoted greater knee pain reduction (P < .01) at immediate reassessment. CONCLUSION In our sample, the direction of the tibia glide in ankle mobilization accounted for significant changes only in dynamic knee valgus and knee pain in the immediate reassessment.
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Hahn S, Kröger I, Willwacher S, Augat P. Reliability and validity varies among smartphone apps for range of motion measurements of the lower extremity: a systematic review. BIOMED ENG-BIOMED TE 2021; 66:537-555. [PMID: 34768316 DOI: 10.1515/bmt-2021-0015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/19/2021] [Accepted: 10/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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The aim of this review was to determine whether smartphone applications are reliable and valid to measure range of motion (RoM) in lower extremity joints. A literature search was performed up to October 2020 in the databases PubMed and Cochrane Library. Studies that reported reliability or validity of smartphone applications for RoM measurements were included. The study quality was assessed with the QUADAS-2 tool and baseline information, validity and reliability were extracted. Twenty-five studies were included in the review. Eighteen studies examined knee RoM, whereof two apps were analysed as having good to excellent reliability and validity for knee flexion ("DrGoniometer", "Angle") and one app showed good results for knee extension ("DrGoniometer"). Eight studies analysed ankle RoM. One of these apps showed good intra-rater reliability and excellent validity for dorsiflexion RoM ("iHandy level"), another app showed excellent reliability and moderate validity for plantarflexion RoM ("Coach's Eye"). All other apps concerning lower extremity RoM had either insufficient results, lacked study quality or were no longer available. Some apps are reliable and valid to measure RoM in the knee and ankle joint. No app can be recommended for hip RoM measurement without restrictions.
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- Sarah Hahn
- Institute of Functional Diagnostics, Cologne, Germany
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- Institute of Biomechanics, BG-Unfallklinik Murnau Murnau am Staffelsee, Germany.,Institute of Biomechanics, Paracelsus Medical University Salzburg, Austria
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- Institute of Functional Diagnostics, Cologne, Germany.,Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering, Offenburg University Offenburg, Germany
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- Institute of Biomechanics, BG-Unfallklinik Murnau Murnau am Staffelsee, Germany.,Institute of Biomechanics, Paracelsus Medical University Salzburg, Austria
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Ahern L, Nicholson O, O'Sullivan D, McVeigh JG. Effect of Functional Rehabilitation on Performance of the Star Excursion Balance Test Among Recreational Athletes With Chronic Ankle Instability: A Systematic Review. Arch Rehabil Res Clin Transl 2021; 3:100133. [PMID: 34589684 PMCID: PMC8463475 DOI: 10.1016/j.arrct.2021.100133] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To determine (1) the effectiveness of rehabilitation for chronic ankle instability as measured by the Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT) and (2) the relative efficacy and the long-term effects of these rehabilitation interventions. DATA SOURCES Ten electronic databases were searched (2009-2019). STUDY SELECTION Included articles were randomized controlled trials in English investigating recreational athletes aged ≥18 years with chronic ankle instability. At least 1 functional rehabilitation intervention had to be included and the SEBT test (or the modified version) used as an outcome measure. DATA EXTRACTION Two researchers (L.A., O.N.) extracted data regarding participant demographics; intervention characteristics; trial size; and results at baseline, postintervention, and at follow-up, where appropriate. DATA SYNTHESIS A systematic review and narrative synthesis was conducted. Methodological quality of included studies was assessed using the Cochrane Risk of Bias Tool and the van Tulder scale. The review was registered with PROSPERO (ID: 164468). Ten studies (n=368), 2 high-quality, 1 moderate-quality, and 7 low-quality, were included in the review. Interventions included balance training, strength training, vibration training, and mixed training. Results suggest that rehabilitation of chronic ankle instability that includes wobble board exercises (average percentage change: 14.3%) and hip strengthening exercises (average percentage change: 12.8%) are most effective. Few studies compared different types of rehabilitation for chronic ankle instability. However, improvements on the SEBT suggest that a rehabilitation program focusing on wobble board training and hip strengthening performed 3 times weekly for 4-6 weeks is the optimal rehabilitation program to improve dynamic postural control in recreational athletes with chronic ankle instability. CONCLUSIONS Few studies directly compared different rehabilitation interventions, and there was limited long-term follow-up; therefore, the relative efficacy of different rehabilitation programs remains unclear. However, it seems that rehabilitation of chronic ankle instability should include proprioceptive and strengthening exercises of relatively short duration.
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- Leanne Ahern
- Discipline of Physiotherapy, School of Clinical Therapies, College of Medicine and Health, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland
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- Discipline of Physiotherapy, School of Clinical Therapies, College of Medicine and Health, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland
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- Discipline of Physiotherapy, School of Clinical Therapies, College of Medicine and Health, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland
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- Discipline of Physiotherapy, School of Clinical Therapies, College of Medicine and Health, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland
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Bamber ZA, Wheeler PC, Swain ID, Fong DT. Effect of 8-week treadmill running with peroneal muscle functional electrical stimulation on laterally deviated centre of plantar pressure position and star excursion balance test performance. J Rehabil Assist Technol Eng 2021; 8:20556683211021526. [PMID: 34434562 PMCID: PMC8381417 DOI: 10.1177/20556683211021526] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2020] [Accepted: 05/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Introduction Ankle sprain is a common injury that can have long-term sequelae resulting in pain, swelling and a reduction of physical activity participation. Previous research has shown a laterally deviated centre of pressure (COP) during running gait increases the risk of lateral ankle sprain. As a method of altering COP, electrical stimulation has been considered. Method A group of 14 healthy males were randomly allocated to case control groups which were single blinded. The intervention involved an 8-week training programme of functional electrical stimulation to the peroneal muscles during treadmill running, with a sham control group. Outcomes were COP position and star excursion balance test. Statistical analysis was through SPSS using a combination of MANOVA, T-tests and Wilcoxon signed rank. Results There was a significant difference in the results post intervention at max pressure for intervention M = 0.7(±0.7) and control M = -6.0 (±4.6) conditions; t(6) = -2.9, p < 0.05. Conclusion It has been demonstrated that FES can alter COP during max pressure in running gait after an 8-week training programme, although carry over effect appears limited and further testing is required.
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- Zoe A Bamber
- National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine, School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, UK.,Division of Orthopaedics, Trauma and Sports Medicine, School of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
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- National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine, School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, UK.,Department of Sport and Exercise Medicine, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Leicester, UK
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- The Faculty of Science and Technology, Bournemouth University, Poole, Dorset, UK
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- National Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine, School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, UK
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Norouzi A, Delkhoush CT, Mirmohammadkhani M, Bagheri R. A comparison of mobilization and mobilization with movement on pain and range of motion in people with lateral ankle sprain: A randomized clinical trial. J Bodyw Mov Ther 2021; 27:654-660. [PMID: 34391302 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2021.05.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2020] [Revised: 03/18/2021] [Accepted: 05/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Maitland and Mulligan mobilization techniques are two manual therapy methods to increase the range of motion following immobility treatment. The present study was conducted to compare two therapeutic methods, namely mobilization and mobilization with movement (MWM), on the pain and range of motion in people with lateral ankle sprain. METHODS A total of 40 individuals with grade two lateral ankle sprain were randomly divided into two groups, including the Maitland's mobilization intervention group, and the Mulligan's mobilization intervention group. Both groups underwent treatment every other day for two consecutive weeks. The pain intensity was measured using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS), and the ankle dorsiflexion movement range using the Weight Bearing Lunge Test (WBLT) before and one day after the intervention. RESULTS There were no significant differences between the two groups in terms of pain (P = 0.297) and range of motion (P = 0.294) before the intervention. Meanwhile, after the intervention, a significant change was observed in both groups in terms of these variables, which indicates the effectiveness of both interventions (P < 0.001) and the greater effect of the mobilization with movement in reducing pain (P = 0.037) and increasing the range of motion (P = 0.021). CONCLUSIONS Both techniques significantly improved the range of motion and reduced pain in people with lateral ankle sprain, but Mulligan's technique was significantly more effective among the two, perhaps due to joining active and passive mobilizing tensile forces as well as interaction of afferents and efferents in the reflex arc.
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- Adeleh Norouzi
- Department of Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation Faculty, Semnan University of Medical Sciences, Semnan, Iran.
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- Social Determinants of Health Research Center, Semnan University of Medical Sciences, Semnan, Iran.
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- Neuromuscular Rehabilitation Research Center, Semnan University of Medical Sciences, Semnan, Iran.
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Wang B, Yin X, Zhang P, Yang K, Sun W, Jin Z, Li J, Gao C, Gao J. Effect of traditional Chinese manipulation on ankle sprains: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Medicine (Baltimore) 2021; 100:e24065. [PMID: 33592859 PMCID: PMC7870174 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000024065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2020] [Accepted: 12/04/2020] [Indexed: 01/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND This systematic review and meta-analysis was performed to evaluate the clinical efficacy and safety of traditional Chinese manipulation in treating ankle sprains. METHODS Seven databases were searched from inception to July 2020. A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials comparing traditional Chinese manipulation and other conservative therapy for ankle sprains was conducted. The Cochrane Handbook tool was applied to access the quality and risk of bias of each study. The meta-analysis was performed with Review Manager 5.3 software (Nordic Cochrane Centre, Copenhagen, Denmark). RESULTS In total, 14 articles and 1112 patients were included. The total effective rate of ankle manipulation was much higher than that of other conservative therapy (risk ratio [RR], 1.23; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.17-1.30; P < .00001). The Baird-Jackson score (RR, 10.14; 95% CI, 5.57-14.70; P < .0001), visual analog scale score (RR, -1.78; 95% CI, -3.14 to -0.43; P = .01), and American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society ankle-hindfoot score (RR, 15.70; 95% CI, 12.72-18.68; P < .00001) were significantly lower in the manipulation group than in the control group. Further subgroup analysis showed that the visual analog scale score of the rotating-traction-poking manipulation was significantly lower than that of the control group (RRRTPM, -2.56; 95% CI, -4.54 to -0.58; P = .01), while there were no significant differences between the effects of other manipulations and the control group (RRother manipulation, -0.62; 95% CI, -1.52 to 0.28; P = .18). CONCLUSION Traditional Chinese manipulation might have a better effect on ankle sprains than other types of conservative treatment. The rotating-traction-poking manipulation might achieve better effects than other manipulation techniques in terms of alleviating pain intensity. However, considering the overall high or unclear risk of bias, the evidence identified does not allow for a robust conclusion concerning the efficacy and safety of traditional Chinese manipulation for treating ankle sprains. High-quality randomized controlled trials are needed to confirm these findings.
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- Department of Pathology, Wangjing Hospital of China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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Halabchi F, Hassabi M. Acute ankle sprain in athletes: Clinical aspects and algorithmic approach. World J Orthop 2020; 11:534-558. [PMID: 33362991 PMCID: PMC7745493 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v11.i12.534] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2020] [Revised: 10/04/2020] [Accepted: 10/23/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Acute ankle sprain is the most common lower limb injury in athletes and accounts for 16%-40% of all sports-related injuries. It is especially common in basketball, American football, and soccer. The majority of sprains affect the lateral ligaments, particularly the anterior talofibular ligament. Despite its high prevalence, a high proportion of patients experience persistent residual symptoms and injury recurrence. A detailed history and proper physical examination are diagnostic cornerstones. Imaging is not indicated for the majority of ankle sprain cases and should be requested according to the Ottawa ankle rules. Several interventions have been recommended in the management of acute ankle sprains including rest, ice, compression, and elevation, analgesic and anti-inflammatory medications, bracing and immobilization, early weight-bearing and walking aids, foot orthoses, manual therapy, exercise therapy, electrophysical modalities and surgery (only in selected refractory cases). Among these interventions, exercise and bracing have been recommended with a higher level of evidence and should be incorporated in the rehabilitation process. An exercise program should be comprehensive and progressive including the range of motion, stretching, strengthening, neuromuscular, proprioceptive, and sport-specific exercises. Decision-making regarding return to the sport in athletes may be challenging and a sports physician should determine this based on the self-reported variables, manual tests for stability, and functional performance testing. There are some common myths and mistakes in the management of ankle sprains, which all clinicians should be aware of and avoid. These include excessive imaging, unwarranted non-weight-bearing, unjustified immobilization, delay in functional movements, and inadequate rehabilitation. The application of an evidence-based algorithmic approach considering the individual characteristics is helpful and should be recommended.
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- Farzin Halabchi
- Department of Sports and Exercise Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 14167-53955, Iran
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- Department of Sports and Exercise Medicine, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran 19979-64151, Iran
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Lee JH. Short-Term Effect of Ankle Eversion Taping on Bilateral Acute Ankle Inversion Sprains in an Amateur College Football Goalkeeper: A Case Report. Healthcare (Basel) 2020; 8:healthcare8040403. [PMID: 33076421 PMCID: PMC7712549 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare8040403] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2020] [Revised: 10/09/2020] [Accepted: 10/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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This case study aimed to investigate the short-term effects of ankle eversion taping (AET) using kinesiology tape on bilateral acute ankle inversion sprains in an amateur college soccer goalkeeper. Ankle eversion taping was applied for two weeks (average 16 h/day) on a 24-year-old goalkeeper with bilateral grade 2 acute ankle inversion sprain with swelling (left ankle more severe) during a soccer match. The subject had a foot ankle outcome score (FAOS) of 41%; visual analog scale (VAS) scores of 5/10 and 7/10 for the right and left ankles, respectively; patient-specific functional and pain scale (PSFS) score of 12/50; and limited range of motion of the ankle. The swelling disappeared after AET in both ankles. In the weight-bearing lunge test, the right and left ankle distances increased from 2 cm to 12 cm, and from 0 cm to 12 cm, respectively. The FAOS improved from 20% to 97%, while the PSFS score improved from 12/50 to 50/50. The VAS scores decreased to 0/10 for both ankles. AET is a potential clinical treatment method for acute ankle inversion sprain with swelling.
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- Jung-Hoon Lee
- Department of Physical Therapy, College of Nursing, Healthcare Sciences and Human Ecology, Dong-Eui University, Busan 47340, Korea; ; Tel.: +82-51-890-4222
- Integrated Physical Medicine Institute, Dong-Eui University, Busan 47340, Korea
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Nguyen AP, Mahaudens P, Detrembleur C, Hall T, Hidalgo B. Inferior tibiofibular joint mobilization with movement and taping does not improve chronic ankle dorsiflexion stiffness: a randomized placebo-controlled trial. J Man Manip Ther 2020; 29:73-82. [PMID: 32808592 DOI: 10.1080/10669817.2020.1805690] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE This study compared the modification of musculoarticular stiffness (MAS) and clinical outcomes after mobilization with movement (MWM) on the inferior tibiofibular joint and a placebo MWM. Moreover, injured and non-injured ankle MAS were compared after MWM therapy. METHODS A single-blinded randomized trial was conducted on 75 participants (mean age: 22.3 ± 2.17 years) with chronic self-reported asymmetric perception of ankle dorsiflexion stiffness. Participants were allocated to one of three groups: inferior tibiofibular MWM (ITFMWM), placebo and non-injured. Sinusoidal oscillation methods were used for experimental quantification of the MAS and clinical outcomes were assessed using the weight-bearing lunge test (WBLT), pain and stiffness perception. Three assessments were made: one pre-treatment (T0), one after the manual technique (T1) and one after taping (T2). RESULTS Two-way ANOVA showed no significant differences between the groups and no interaction effect for the outcome measures. However, a significant difference for the time effect (T0-T1-T2) was found in the three groups for WBLT dorsiflexion range of motion (p < 0.001, Cohen's d = 0.21) and stiffness perception (p < 0.001, Cohen's d = 0.54) but the minimal clinically important differences were not reached for either value. DISCUSSION The results could not support that a single session of ITFMWM modifies MAS or the clinical outcomes compared to placebo treatment. Furthermore, injured MAS does not differ from non-injured MAS in chronic ankle dorsiflexion stiffness. Further studies should assess subjects' responsiveness concerning the Mulligan concept and focus on a medium- to long-term follow-up.
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- Anh Phong Nguyen
- Faculté des Sciences de La Motricité, Université Catholique de Louvain, Louvain-La-Neuve, Belgium.,Institut de Recherche Expérimentale et Clinique, Neuro Musculo Skeletal Lab, Université Catholique de Louvain, Secteur des Sciences de La Santé, Brussels, Belgium
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- Faculté des Sciences de La Motricité, Université Catholique de Louvain, Louvain-La-Neuve, Belgium.,Institut de Recherche Expérimentale et Clinique, Neuro Musculo Skeletal Lab, Université Catholique de Louvain, Secteur des Sciences de La Santé, Brussels, Belgium
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- Faculté des Sciences de La Motricité, Université Catholique de Louvain, Louvain-La-Neuve, Belgium.,Institut de Recherche Expérimentale et Clinique, Neuro Musculo Skeletal Lab, Université Catholique de Louvain, Secteur des Sciences de La Santé, Brussels, Belgium
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- School of Physiotherapy & Exercise Science, Curtin University, Perth, Australia
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- Faculté des Sciences de La Motricité, Université Catholique de Louvain, Louvain-La-Neuve, Belgium.,Institut de Recherche Expérimentale et Clinique, Neuro Musculo Skeletal Lab, Université Catholique de Louvain, Secteur des Sciences de La Santé, Brussels, Belgium
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Urits I, Hasegawa M, Orhurhu V, Peck J, Kelly AC, Kaye RJ, Orhurhu MS, Brinkman J, Giacomazzi S, Foster L, Manchikanti L, Kaye AD, Viswanath O. Minimally Invasive Treatment of Chronic Ankle Instability: a Comprehensive Review. Curr Pain Headache Rep 2020; 24:8. [PMID: 32020393 DOI: 10.1007/s11916-020-0840-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Chronic ankle pain is a prevalent and significant cause of chronic pain. While the definition of chronic ankle pain is heterogeneous and poorly defined in the literature, systematic reviews and meta-analyses have estimated this condition to be a prevalent and debilitating source of chronic pain. The most identifiable and prominent cause of chronic ankle pain is chronic ankle instability (CAI), a condition defined by instability of the ankle-joint complex. It is a common consequence of lateral ankle sprains or ligamentous injuries and can be described as a failure of the lateral ankle joint complex after an acute, or recurring, ankle injury. The objective of this manuscript is to provide a comprehensive review of CAI diagnosis and our current understanding of minimally invasive treatment options. RECENT FINDINGS First-line treatment is conservative management, some of which includes neuromuscular rehabilitation, balance training, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), manual mobilization, ice therapy, and compression. While conservative management is effective, additional treatments for those who fail conservative management, or who seek alternative options also have been explored. Recent advances and modern techniques have expanded available treatment options, many of which are becoming less invasive, and have shown improving functionality, recovery, and patient satisfaction. Minimally invasive treatments highlighted in this review include: arthroscopic surgery, steroid injections, plasma-rich plasma injections, hyaluronic acid (HA) injections, medicinal signaling cell injections, radiofrequency therapies, and shockwave therapies. This review will discuss some of these current treatments for minimally invasive treatment of CAI, as well as suggest novel treatments for clinical trials and further investigation.
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- Ivan Urits
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine, Harvard Medical School, 330 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA, 02215, USA.
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- Creighton University School of Medicine at Regional Campus St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine, Harvard Medical School, 330 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA, 02215, USA
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- Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida, Department of Anesthesiology, Miami Beach, FL, USA
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- Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Yale University, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, USA
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- Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care, and Pain Medicine, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Creighton University School of Medicine at Regional Campus St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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- Creighton University School of Medicine at Regional Campus St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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- Creighton University School of Medicine at Regional Campus St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ, USA
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, New Orleans, LA, USA
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- Valley Anesthesiology and Pain Consultants, Phoenix, AZ, USA.,Department of Anesthesiology, University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ, USA.,Department of Anesthesiology, Creighton University School of Medicine, Omaha, NE, USA
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Park YH, Park SH, Kim SH, Choi GW, Kim HJ. Relationship Between Isokinetic Muscle Strength and Functional Tests in Chronic Ankle Instability. J Foot Ankle Surg 2019; 58:1187-1191. [PMID: 31562064 DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2019.04.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2019] [Revised: 03/27/2019] [Accepted: 04/01/2019] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Isokinetic muscle strength measurements and functional tests are usually performed to evaluate ankle condition in chronic ankle instability (CAI), yet there is no clear demonstration of the relationship between isokinetic muscle strength and functional tests. The objective of this study was to evaluate the relationship between isokinetic muscle strength and functional tests in CAI. Between April 2014 and August 2016, 103 patients with unilateral CAI were studied. Single-leg balance, single-heel raise, and single-leg squat tests were performed for static balancing assessment. Single-leg hop, double-leg jump, and sidestep tests were performed for dynamic balancing assessment. The isokinetic muscle strength of both ankles was measured using a dynamometer. The involved ankle showed lower muscle strength in inversion than the uninvolved ankle, while eversion, dorsiflexion, and plantarflexion muscle strength had no significant differences between ankles. There were significant correlations between the isokinetic muscle strength of inversion and the single-leg balance test, single-heel raise test, and sidestep test (Pearson's r; 0.246, 0.514, and 0.229 at 30°/second; 0.288, 0.473, and 0.239 at 180°/second, respectively). The single leg balance, single heel raise, and sidestep tests are useful to assess not only ankle functional performance but also isokinetic muscle strength. Among these tests, the single heel raise test was the most reliable test to reflect muscle strength deficiency in CAI.
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- Young Hwan Park
- Orthopaedic Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Korea University Guro Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Sport Therapist, Department of Sports Medicine, Korea University Guro Hospital, Seoul, Korea
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- Orthopaedic Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, Korea
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- Orthopaedic Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Korea University Ansan Hospital, Ansan, Korea
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- Orthopaedic Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Korea University Guro Hospital, Seoul, Korea; Professor, Department of Sports Medicine, Korea University Guro Hospital, Seoul, Korea.
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Chen ET, Borg-Stein J, McInnis KC. Ankle Sprains: Evaluation, Rehabilitation, and Prevention. Curr Sports Med Rep 2019; 18:217-223. [PMID: 31385837 DOI: 10.1249/jsr.0000000000000603] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Ankle sprains affect athletic populations at high rates. Athletes who suffer an ankle sprain frequently go on to develop persistent symptoms, resulting in significant resources spent toward treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention. A thorough clinical evaluation is necessary to ensure an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment prescription. This narrative review aims to present an approach to evaluation of high and low ankle sprains for athletes of all levels. The authors review the current evidence for ankle sprain treatment and rehabilitation. Strategies for prevention of recurrent sprains and return to play considerations also are discussed.
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- Eric T Chen
- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, Charlestown, MA.,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, Charlestown, MA.,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA.,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Newton Wellesley Hospital, Newton, MA
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, Charlestown, MA.,Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA.,Department of Orthopedics, Division of Sports Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
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Green T, Willson G, Martin D, Fallon K. What is the quality of clinical practice guidelines for the treatment of acute lateral ankle ligament sprains in adults? A systematic review. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2019; 20:394. [PMID: 31470826 PMCID: PMC6717337 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-019-2750-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/22/2018] [Accepted: 08/02/2019] [Indexed: 12/17/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Acute lateral ankle ligament sprains (LALS) are a common injury seen by many different clinicians. Knowledge translation advocates that clinicians use Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs) to aid clinical decision making and apply evidence-based treatment. The quality and consistency of recommendations from these CPGs are currently unknown. The aims of this systematic review are to find and critically appraise CPGs for the acute treatment of LALS in adults. METHODS Several medical databases were searched. Two authors independently applied inclusion and exclusion criteria. The content of each CPG was critically appraised independently, by three authors, using the Appraisal of Guidelines for REsearch and Evaluation (AGREE II) instrument online version called My AGREE PLUS. Data related to recommendations for the treatment of acute LALS were abstracted independently by two reviewers. RESULTS This study found CPGs for physicians and physical therapists (Netherlands), physical therapists, athletic trainers, physicians, and nurses (USA) and nurses (Canada and Australia). Seven CPGs underwent a full AGREE II critical appraisal. None of the CPGs scored highly in all domains. The lowest domain score was for domain 5, applicability (discussion of facilitators and barriers to application, provides advice for practical use, consideration of resource implications, and monitoring/auditing criteria) achieving an exceptionally low joint total score of 9% for all CPGs. The five most recent CPGs scored a zero for applicability. Other areas of weakness were in rigour of development and editorial independence. CONCLUSIONS The overall quality of the existing LALS CPGs is poor and majority are out of date. The interpretation of the evidence between the CPG development groups is clearly not consistent. Lack of consistent methodology of CPGs is a barrier to implementation. SYSTEMATIC REVIEW Systematic review registered with PROSPERO ( CRD42015025478 ).
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- Toni Green
- ANU Medical School, College of Health and Medicine, Australian National University, ACT, Acton, Australia
- Discipline of Physiotherapy, University of Canberra, ACT, Bruce, 2617 Australia
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- Discipline of Physiotherapy, University of Canberra, ACT, Bruce, 2617 Australia
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- Elite Rehab and Sports Physiotherapy, Deakin, Canberra, Australia
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- ANU Medical School, College of Health and Medicine, Australian National University, ACT, Acton, Australia
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De Ridder F, den Brinker M, De Block C. The road from intermittently scanned continuous glucose monitoring to hybrid closed-loop systems. Part B: results from randomized controlled trials. Ther Adv Endocrinol Metab 2019; 10:2042018819871903. [PMID: 31516690 PMCID: PMC6719474 DOI: 10.1177/2042018819871903] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2019] [Accepted: 07/29/2019] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Advances in diabetes technology have been exponential in the last few decades. With evolution in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) systems and its progressive automation in control of insulin delivery, these advances have changed type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) management. These novel technologies have the potential to improve glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c), reduce hypoglycaemic events, increase time spent in range and improve quality of life (QoL). Our aim was to evaluate the sustained effects in free-living unsupervised conditions of CGM systems (intermittently scanned and real time) and insulin delivery [from multiple daily injections, via sensor-augmented pump therapy and (predictive) low-glucose insulin suspension to hybrid closed-loop systems] on glucose control and QoL in adults and children with T1DM. METHODS We performed a systematic review of randomized controlled trials (RCTs), using PubMed and the Cochrane library up to 30 May 2019. Inclusion of RCTs was based on type of intervention (comparing glucose-monitoring devices and insulin-delivery devices), population (nonpregnant adults and children with T1DM), follow-up (outpatient setting for at least 8 weeks) and relevant outcomes [HbA1c, time in range (TIR), time in target, time in hypoglycaemia and QoL]. Exclusion of RCTs was based on intervention (exercise, only overnight use). The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines were used to score the quality of the papers and for the final selection of the articles. RESULTS Our search resulted in 214 articles, of which 19 were eligible. Studies on advanced use in adults and children with T1DM reported increased TIR (all 9 studies); decreased time in hypoglycaemia (13 out of 15 studies); lowered HbA1c levels (5 out of 15 studies); improved QoL (10 of 16 studies) and treatment satisfaction (7 studies). CONCLUSIONS Recent technologies have dramatically changed the course of T1DM. They are proving useful in controlling glycaemia in patients with T1DM, without increasing the treatment burden.
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- Francesca De Ridder
- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
- Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology and Metabolism, Antwerp University Hospital, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
- Department of Paediatrics, Antwerp University Hospital, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
- Department of Endocrinology, Diabetology and Metabolism, Antwerp University Hospital, Antwerp, Belgium
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Lateral ankle sprains (LASs) are among the most common injuries incurred during participation in sport and physical activity, and it is estimated that up to 40% of individuals who experience a first-time LAS will develop chronic ankle instability (CAI). Chronic ankle instability is characterized by a patient's being more than 12 months removed from the initial LAS and exhibiting a propensity for recurrent ankle sprains, frequent episodes or perceptions of the ankle giving way, and persistent symptoms such as pain, swelling, limited motion, weakness, and diminished self-reported function. We present an updated model of CAI that aims to synthesize the current understanding of its causes and serves as a framework for the clinical assessment and rehabilitation of patients with LASs or CAI. Our goal was to describe how primary injury to the lateral ankle ligaments from an acute LAS may lead to a collection of interrelated pathomechanical, sensory-perceptual, and motor-behavioral impairments that influence a patient's clinical outcome. With an underpinning of the biopsychosocial model, the concepts of self-organization and perception-action cycles derived from dynamic systems theory and a patient-specific neurosignature, stemming from the Melzack neuromatrix of pain theory, are used to describe these interrelationships.
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- Jay Hertel
- Department of * Kinesiology, University of Virginia, Charlottesville.,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Virginia, Charlottesville
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- Department of * Kinesiology, University of Virginia, Charlottesville
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Cruz AL, Oliveira R, Silva AG. Exercise-based interventions for physically active individuals with functional ankle instability: a systematic review of the literature. J Sports Med Phys Fitness 2019; 59:666-675. [DOI: 10.23736/s0022-4707.18.08544-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Weerasekara I, Osmotherly P, Snodgrass S, Marquez J, de Zoete R, Rivett DA. Clinical Benefits of Joint Mobilization on Ankle Sprains: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2018; 99:1395-1412.e5. [DOI: 10.1016/j.apmr.2017.07.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2017] [Revised: 07/16/2017] [Accepted: 07/19/2017] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Chimenti RL, Frey-Law LA, Sluka KA. A Mechanism-Based Approach to Physical Therapist Management of Pain. Phys Ther 2018; 98:302-314. [PMID: 29669091 PMCID: PMC6256939 DOI: 10.1093/ptj/pzy030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 142] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2017] [Accepted: 02/12/2018] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Pain reduction is a primary goal of physical therapy for patients who present with acute or persistent pain conditions. The purpose of this review is to describe a mechanism-based approach to physical therapy pain management. It is increasingly clear that patients need to be evaluated for changes in peripheral tissues and nociceptors, neuropathic pain signs and symptoms, reduced central inhibition and enhanced central excitability, psychosocial factors, and alterations of the movement system. In this Perspective, 5 categories of pain mechanisms (nociceptive, central, neuropathic, psychosocial, and movement system) are defined, and principles on how to evaluate signs and symptoms for each mechanism are provided. In addition, the underlying mechanisms targeted by common physical therapist treatments and how they affect each of the 5 categories are described. Several different mechanisms can simultaneously contribute to a patient's pain; alternatively, 1 or 2 primary mechanisms may cause a patient's pain. Further, within a single pain mechanism, there are likely many possible subgroups. For example, reduced central inhibition does not necessarily correlate with enhanced central excitability. To individualize care, common physical therapist interventions, such as education, exercise, manual therapy, and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation, can be used to target specific pain mechanisms. Although the evidence elucidating these pain mechanisms will continue to evolve, the approach outlined here provides a conceptual framework for applying new knowledge as advances are made.
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- Ruth L Chimenti
- Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
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- Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science, University of Iowa
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- Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science, 1-242 MEB, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA 52242 (USA)
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Vuurberg G, Hoorntje A, Wink LM, van der Doelen BFW, van den Bekerom MP, Dekker R, van Dijk CN, Krips R, Loogman MCM, Ridderikhof ML, Smithuis FF, Stufkens SAS, Verhagen EALM, de Bie RA, Kerkhoffs GMMJ. Diagnosis, treatment and prevention of ankle sprains: update of an evidence-based clinical guideline. Br J Sports Med 2018. [PMID: 29514819 DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2017-098106] [Citation(s) in RCA: 187] [Impact Index Per Article: 31.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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This guideline aimed to advance current understandings regarding the diagnosis, prevention and therapeutic interventions for ankle sprains by updating the existing guideline and incorporate new research. A secondary objective was to provide an update related to the cost-effectiveness of diagnostic procedures, therapeutic interventions and prevention strategies. It was posited that subsequent interaction of clinicians with this guideline could help reduce health impairments and patient burden associated with this prevalent musculoskeletal injury. The previous guideline provided evidence that the severity of ligament damage can be assessed most reliably by delayed physical examination (4-5 days post trauma). After correct diagnosis, it can be stated that even though a short time of immobilisation may be helpful in relieving pain and swelling, the patient with an acute lateral ankle ligament rupture benefits most from use of tape or a brace in combination with an exercise programme.New in this update: Participation in certain sports is associated with a heightened risk of sustaining a lateral ankle sprain. Care should be taken with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) usage after an ankle sprain. They may be used to reduce pain and swelling, but usage is not without complications and NSAIDs may suppress the natural healing process. Concerning treatment, supervised exercise-based programmes preferred over passive modalities as it stimulates the recovery of functional joint stability. Surgery should be reserved for cases that do not respond to thorough and comprehensive exercise-based treatment. For the prevention of recurrent lateral ankle sprains, ankle braces should be considered as an efficacious option.
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- Gwendolyn Vuurberg
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Research Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), VUmc / AMC IOC Research Centre for Prevention of Injury and Protection of Athlete Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Research Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), VUmc / AMC IOC Research Centre for Prevention of Injury and Protection of Athlete Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Research Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,VU Medical Center, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Research Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), VUmc / AMC IOC Research Centre for Prevention of Injury and Protection of Athlete Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Dutch Society of Rehabilitation, University of Groningen, University Medical Center, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Research Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), VUmc / AMC IOC Research Centre for Prevention of Injury and Protection of Athlete Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Flevoziekenhuis, Almere, The Netherlands
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- Department of Musculoskeletal Radiology, Academic Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Research Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), VUmc / AMC IOC Research Centre for Prevention of Injury and Protection of Athlete Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,VU Medical Center, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of of Public and Occupational Health VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, School for Public Health and Primary Care (CAPHRI), Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Research Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Academic Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), VUmc / AMC IOC Research Centre for Prevention of Injury and Protection of Athlete Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Lazarou L, Kofotolis N, Malliou P, Kellis E. Effects of two proprioceptive training programs on joint position sense, strength, activation and recurrent injuries after ankle sprains. ISOKINET EXERC SCI 2017. [DOI: 10.3233/ies-171146] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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- Lazaros Lazarou
- Laboratory of Neuromechanics, Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences at Serres, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Laboratory of Neuromechanics, Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences at Serres, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Laboratory of Therapeutic Exercise and Rehabilitation, Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences, Democritus University of Thrace, Komotini, Greece
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- Laboratory of Neuromechanics, Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences at Serres, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece
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Jordan AR, Barnes A, Claxton D, Purvis A, Fysh M. Kinematics and neuromuscular recruitment during vertical treadmill exercise. J Exerc Rehabil 2017; 13:307-314. [PMID: 28702442 PMCID: PMC5498087 DOI: 10.12965/jer.1734916.458] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2017] [Accepted: 06/11/2017] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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The vertical treadmill (VertiRun) is an unresearched, partial weight-bearing exercise mode for lower limb rehabilitation. The user undertakes a “running-like” action whilst body weight is supported by a bench and the limb is drawn downwards against overhanging resistance cables on a vertically hung nonmotorised treadmill. This study sought to describe the kinematics and neuromuscular recruitment during VertiRun exercise in the supine, 40°, and 70° postures. Twenty-one healthy male participants (age, 25±7 years; stature, 1.79±0.07 m; body mass, 77.7±8.8 kg) volunteered for sagittal plane kinematic analysis of the ankle, knee and hip and electromyography of lower limb musculature in all three postures. Results indicated similar kinematic and neuromuscular profiles in the 40° and 70° postures which differed from the supine. Regardless of posture, a basic movement pattern was observed where the hamstrings and gastrocnemius muscles were active to extend the hip, flex the knee, plantarflex the ankle and draw the leg down the treadmill belt in the contact phase. The rectus femoris and tibialis anterior were active to flex the hip and knee, and dorsiflex the ankle to draw the leg upwards during the swing phase. The vasti muscles were not active during VertiRun exercise. The VertiRun demonstrated similar kinematic and neuro-muscular patterns to overground gait, allows workload progression based on effort and posture changes, and is a low-impact exercise mode that could maintain physical fitness without loading injured tissues. This study suggests that the VertiRun could supplement rehabilitation programmes for lower-limb injuries.
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- Alastair R Jordan
- School of Sport, York St. John's University, Lord Mayor's Walk, York, UK
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- Academy of Sport and Physical Activity, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, UK
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- Academy of Sport and Physical Activity, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, UK
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- Academy of Sport and Physical Activity, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, UK
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- Academy of Sport and Physical Activity, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, UK
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DeMers MS, Hicks JL, Delp SL. Preparatory co-activation of the ankle muscles may prevent ankle inversion injuries. J Biomech 2016; 52:17-23. [PMID: 28057351 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2016.11.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/20/2015] [Revised: 10/29/2016] [Accepted: 11/01/2016] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Ankle inversion sprains are the most frequent acute musculoskeletal injuries occurring in physical activity. Interventions that retrain muscle coordination have helped rehabilitate injured ankles, but it is unclear which muscle coordination strategies, if any, can prevent ankle sprains. The purpose of this study was to determine whether coordinated activity of the ankle muscles could prevent excessive ankle inversion during a simulated landing on a 30° incline. We used a set of musculoskeletal simulations to evaluate the efficacy of two strategies for coordinating the ankle evertor and invertor muscles during simulated landing scenarios: planned co-activation and stretch reflex activation with physiologic latency (60-ms delay). A full-body musculoskeletal model of landing was used to generate simulations of a subject dropping onto an inclined surface with each coordination condition. Within each condition, the intensity of evertor and invertor co-activity or stretch reflexes were varied systematically. The simulations revealed that strong preparatory co-activation of the ankle evertors and invertors prior to ground contact prevented ankle inversion from exceeding injury thresholds by rapidly generating eversion moments after initial contact. Conversely, stretch reflexes were too slow to generate eversion moments before the simulations reached the threshold for inversion injury. These results suggest that training interventions to protect the ankle should focus on stiffening the ankle with muscle co-activation prior to landing. The musculoskeletal models, controllers, software, and simulation results are freely available online at http://simtk.org/home/ankle-sprains, enabling others to reproduce the results and explore new injury scenarios and interventions.
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- Matthew S DeMers
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, United States.
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- Department of Bioengineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, United States
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, United States; Department of Bioengineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, United States; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University, Stanford, CA, United States
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Doherty C, Bleakley C, Delahunt E, Holden S. Treatment and prevention of acute and recurrent ankle sprain: an overview of systematic reviews with meta-analysis. Br J Sports Med 2016; 51:113-125. [PMID: 28053200 DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2016-096178] [Citation(s) in RCA: 176] [Impact Index Per Article: 22.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/08/2016] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND Ankle sprains are highly prevalent with high risk of recurrence. Consequently, there are a significant number of research reports examining strategies for treating and preventing acute and recurrent sprains (otherwise known as chronic ankle instability (CAI)), with a coinciding proliferation of review articles summarising these reports. OBJECTIVE To provide a systematic overview of the systematic reviews evaluating treatment strategies for acute ankle sprain and CAI. DESIGN Overview of intervention systematic reviews. PARTICIPANTS Individuals with acute ankle sprain/CAI. MAIN OUTCOME MEASUREMENTS The primary outcomes were injury/reinjury incidence and function. RESULTS 46 papers were included in this systematic review. The reviews had a mean score of 6.5/11 on the AMSTAR quality assessment tool. There was strong evidence for bracing and moderate evidence for neuromuscular training in preventing recurrence of an ankle sprain. For the combined outcomes of pain, swelling and function after an acute sprain, there was strong evidence for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and early mobilisation, with moderate evidence supporting exercise and manual therapy techniques. There was conflicting evidence regarding the efficacy of surgery and acupuncture for the treatment of acute ankle sprains. There was insufficient evidence to support the use of ultrasound in the treatment of acute ankle sprains. CONCLUSIONS For the treatment of acute ankle sprain, there is strong evidence for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and early mobilisation, with moderate evidence supporting exercise and manual therapy techniques, for pain, swelling and function. Exercise therapy and bracing are supported in the prevention of CAI.
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- Cailbhe Doherty
- Insight Centre for Data Analytics, O'Brien Centre for Science, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- Sport and Exercise Sciences Research Institute, Ulster Sports Academy, University of Ulster, Newtownabbey, UK
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- School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Sports Science, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland.,Institute for Sport and Health, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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- School of Public Health, Physiotherapy and Sports Science, University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
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Kros W, Keijsers NLW, van Ochten JM, Bierma-Zeinstra SMA, van Middelkoop M. Center of pressure during stance and gait in subjects with or without persistent complaints after a lateral ankle sprain. Gait Posture 2016; 48:24-29. [PMID: 27477703 DOI: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2016.04.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2015] [Revised: 04/13/2016] [Accepted: 04/15/2016] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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STUDY AIM To investigate differences in the center of pressure (COP) during gait and single leg stance between subjects with persistent complaints (PC) and without persistent complaints (NPC) after a lateral ankle sprain. METHODS 44 patients who consulted the general practitioner, 6-12 months prior to inclusion, with a lateral ankle sprain were included for the current study purpose. Using a 7-point Likert scale patients were divided into the PC or NPC group. All subjects filled out an online questionnaire, walked along a walkway and performed a single leg stance, both on the RSscan. Primary outcomes included the COP displacement, range and percentage used in mediolateral and anterioposterior direction. RESULTS There was a trend (p<0.05) towards a more medially COP trajectory during walking at 34-46% and 83-96% and more anteriorly at 21-31% and 91-100% of the stance phase in the PC group compared to NPC group. Additionally, the COP was more laterally located in the sprained leg compared to the non-sprained leg in the PC group in the loading response phase (p<0.05). An interaction was found for the percentage of anterior-posterior range used in single leg stance without vision. CONCLUSION The COP trajectory discriminates between patients with PC and NPC. This indicates that roll off during gait might play an important role in the recovery of patients after a lateral ankle sprain and could be used to monitor treatment.
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- Wouter Kros
- Department of General Practice, Erasmus MC University Medical Center Rotterdam, PO Box 2040 3000 CA Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department for Scientific Research, Sint Maartenskliniek, PO Box 9011 6500 GM Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Department of General Practice, Erasmus MC University Medical Center Rotterdam, PO Box 2040 3000 CA Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of General Practice, Erasmus MC University Medical Center Rotterdam, PO Box 2040 3000 CA Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of General Practice, Erasmus MC University Medical Center Rotterdam, PO Box 2040 3000 CA Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
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Woitzik E, Jacobs C, Wong JJ, Côté P, Shearer HM, Randhawa K, Sutton D, Southerst D, Varatharajan S, Brison RJ, Yu H, van der Velde G, Stern PJ, Taylor-Vaisey A, Stupar M, Mior S, Carroll LJ. The effectiveness of exercise on recovery and clinical outcomes of soft tissue injuries of the leg, ankle, and foot: A systematic review by the Ontario Protocol for Traffic Injury Management (OPTIMa) Collaboration. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2015; 20:633-45. [DOI: 10.1016/j.math.2015.03.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2014] [Revised: 03/09/2015] [Accepted: 03/18/2015] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Hung YJ. Neuromuscular control and rehabilitation of the unstable ankle. World J Orthop 2015; 6:434-438. [PMID: 26085985 PMCID: PMC4458494 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v6.i5.434] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2015] [Revised: 04/21/2015] [Accepted: 05/11/2015] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Lateral ankle sprain is a common orthopedic injury with a very high recurrence rate in athletes. After decades of research, it is still unclear what contributes to the high recurrence rate of ankle sprain, and what is the most effective intervention to reduce the incident of initial and recurrent injuries. In addition, clinicians often implement balance training as part of the rehabilitation protocol in hopes of enhancing the neuromuscular control and proprioception of the ankle joint. However, there is no consensus on whether the neuromuscular control and proprioception are compromised in unstable ankles. To reduce the prevalence of ankle sprains, the effectiveness of engaging balance training to enhance the neuromuscular control and proprioception of the ankle joint is also questionable.
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Cho YK, Kim SH, Jeon IC, Ahn SH, Kwon OY. Effect of treadmill walking with ankle stretching orthosis on ankle flexibility and gait. J Phys Ther Sci 2015; 27:1257-60. [PMID: 25995601 PMCID: PMC4434022 DOI: 10.1589/jpts.27.1257] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2014] [Accepted: 01/07/2015] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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[Purpose] The purpose of this study was to evaluate the kinematics of the ankle in the lunge to estabilish effectiveness of an ankle stretching orthosis (ASO) on the ankle dorsiflexion range of motion (ROM) of individuals with limited dorsiflexion ROM. [Subjects and Methods] Forty ankles with decreased dorsiflexion ROM of 20 participants were evaluated in this study. After wearing the ASO, participants walked on a treadmill for 15 minutes. Participants walked on the treadmill at a self-selected comfortable speed. Ankle dorsiflexion ROM, maximum dorsiflexion ROM before heel-off, and time to heel-off during the stance phase of gait were measured before and after 15 minutes of treadmill walking with the ASO. The differences in all variables between before and after treadmill walking with ASO were analyzed using the paired t-test. [Results] Ankle active and passive ROM, and dorsiflexion ROM during lunge increased significantly after treadmill walking with ASO. Treadmill walking with the ASO significantly increased the angle of maximal dorsiflexion before heel-off and time to heel-off during the stance phase. [Conclusion] The results of this study show that treadmill walking with the ASO effectively improved ankle flexibility and restored the normal gait pattern of the ankle joint by increasing dorsiflexion ROM, maximal angle of dorsiflexion, and time to heel-off in the stance phase.
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- Young-Ki Cho
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Republic of Korea ; Department of Physical Therapy, Graduate School, Yonsei University, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Graduate School, Yonsei University, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Graduate School, Yonsei University, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Graduate School, Yonsei University, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Graduate School, Yonsei University, Republic of Korea
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Salom-Moreno J, Ayuso-Casado B, Tamaral-Costa B, Sánchez-Milá Z, Fernández-de-las-Peñas C, Alburquerque-Sendín F. Trigger Point Dry Needling and Proprioceptive Exercises for the Management of Chronic Ankle Instability: A Randomized Clinical Trial. EVIDENCE-BASED COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE : ECAM 2015; 2015:790209. [PMID: 26064172 PMCID: PMC4430654 DOI: 10.1155/2015/790209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2014] [Revised: 04/07/2015] [Accepted: 04/09/2015] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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Objective. To compare the effects of combined trigger point dry needling (TrP-DN) and proprioceptive/strengthening exercises to proprioceptive/strengthening exercises on pain and function in ankle instability. Methods. Twenty-seven (44% female, mean age: 33 ± 3 years) individuals with unilateral ankle instability were randomly assigned to an experimental group who received proprioceptive/strengthening exercises combined with TrP-DN into the lateral peroneus muscle and a comparison group receiving the same proprioceptive/strengthening exercise program alone. Outcome included function assessed with the Foot and Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM) and ankle pain intensity assessed with a numerical pain rate scale (NPRS). They were captured at baseline and 1-month follow-up after the intervention. Results. The ANOVAs found significant Group ∗ Time Interactions for both subscales of the FAAM (ADL: F = 8.211; P = 0.008; SPORTS: F = 13.943; P < 0.001) and for pain (F = 44.420; P < 0.001): patients receiving TrP-DN plus proprioceptive/strengthening exercises experienced greater improvements in function and pain than those receiving the exercise program alone. Between-groups effect sizes were large in all outcomes (SMD > 2.1) in favor of the TrP-DN group. Conclusions. This study provides evidence that the inclusion of TrP-DN within the lateral peroneus muscle into a proprioceptive/strengthening exercise program resulted in better outcomes in pain and function 1 month after the therapy in ankle instability.
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- Jaime Salom-Moreno
- Department of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Avenida de Atenas s/n, Alcorcón, 28922 Madrid, Spain
- Cátedra de Investigación y Docencia en Fisioterapia: Terapia Manual y Punción Seca, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Avenida de Atenas s/n, Alcorcón, 28922 Madrid, Spain
- Grupo de Excelencia Investigadora URJC-Banco de Santander: Investigación Traslacional en el Proceso de Salud-Enfermedad (ITPSE), Avenida de Atenas s/n, Alcorcón, 28922 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Avenida de Atenas s/n, Alcorcón, 28922 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Avenida de Atenas s/n, Alcorcón, 28922 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Avenida de Atenas s/n, Alcorcón, 28922 Madrid, Spain
- Cátedra de Investigación y Docencia en Fisioterapia: Terapia Manual y Punción Seca, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Avenida de Atenas s/n, Alcorcón, 28922 Madrid, Spain
- Grupo de Excelencia Investigadora URJC-Banco de Santander: Investigación Traslacional en el Proceso de Salud-Enfermedad (ITPSE), Avenida de Atenas s/n, Alcorcón, 28922 Madrid, Spain
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Holland CJ, Campbell K, Hutt K. Increased treatment durations lead to greater improvements in non-weight bearing dorsiflexion range of motion for asymptomatic individuals immediately following an anteroposterior grade IV mobilisation of the talus. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2015; 20:598-602. [PMID: 25765456 DOI: 10.1016/j.math.2015.02.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2013] [Revised: 02/05/2015] [Accepted: 02/11/2015] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Manual therapy aims to minimise pain and restore joint mobility and function. Joint mobilisations are integral to these techniques, with anteroposterior (AP) talocrural joint mobilisations purported to increase dorsiflexion range of motion (DF-ROM). This study aimed to determine whether different treatment durations of single grade IV anteroposterior talocrural joint mobilisations elicit statistically significant differences in DF-ROM. Sixteen asymptomatic male football players (age = 27.1 ± 5.3 years) participated in the study. Non-weight bearing (NWB) and weight bearing (WB) DF-ROM was measured before and after 4 randomised treatment conditions: control treatment, 30 s, 1 min, 2 min. NWB DF-ROM was measured using a universal goniometer, and WB DF-ROM using the weight-bearing lunge test. A within-subjects design was employed so that all participants received each of the treatment conditions. A 4 × 4 balanced Latin square design and 1 week interval between sessions reduced any residual effects. Two-way repeated measures ANOVA revealed a significant improvement in DF-ROM following all AP mobilisation treatments (p < 0.001). The within subjects contrasts showed that increases in treatment duration was associated with statistically significant improvements in DF-ROM (NWB DF-ROM control = 0.01%, 30 s = 14.2%, 1 min = 21.6%, 2 min = 32.8%; WB DF-ROM control = 0.01%, 30 s = 5.0%, 1 min = 7.6%, 2 min = 10.9%; p < 0.05). However, WB DF-ROM improvements were below the minimal detectable change scores needed to conclude that improvements were not a consequence of measurement error. This research shows that single session mobilisations can elicit NWB DF-ROM improvements in asymptomatic individuals in the absence of pain, whilst increases in treatment duration confer greater improvements in NWB DF-ROM within this population.
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- Christopher James Holland
- Faculty of Life Sciences and Computing, School of Human Sciences, London Metropolitan University, 166-220 Holloway Road, London, N7 8DB, UK.
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- Faculty of Life Sciences and Computing, School of Human Sciences, London Metropolitan University, 166-220 Holloway Road, London, N7 8DB, UK
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- Faculty of Life Sciences and Computing, School of Human Sciences, London Metropolitan University, 166-220 Holloway Road, London, N7 8DB, UK
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Supervised rehabilitation versus home exercise in the treatment of acute ankle sprains: a systematic review. Clin Sports Med 2015; 34:329-46. [PMID: 25818717 DOI: 10.1016/j.csm.2014.12.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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In competitive sports medicine, supervised rehabilitation is the standard of care; in the general population, unsupervised home exercise is more common. We systematically reviewed randomized, controlled trials comparing outcomes for supervised rehabilitation versus home exercise programs. Supervised rehabilitation programs resulted in (1) less pain and subjective instability, (2) greater gains in ankle strength and joint position sense, and (3) inconclusive results regarding prevention of recurrent ankle sprains. We recommend supervised rehabilitation over home exercise programs owing to the improved short-term patient-recorded evidence with a strength-of-recommendation taxonomy level of evidence of 2B.
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Winter T, Beck H, Walther A, Zwipp H, Rein S. Influence of a proprioceptive training on functional ankle stability in young speed skaters – a prospective randomised study. J Sports Sci 2014; 33:831-40. [DOI: 10.1080/02640414.2014.964751] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Cruz-Díaz D, Lomas Vega R, Osuna-Pérez MC, Hita-Contreras F, Martínez-Amat A. Effects of joint mobilization on chronic ankle instability: a randomized controlled trial. Disabil Rehabil 2014; 37:601-10. [PMID: 24989067 DOI: 10.3109/09638288.2014.935877] [Citation(s) in RCA: 67] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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PURPOSE To evaluate the effects of joint mobilization, in which movement is applied to the ankle's dorsiflexion range of motion, on dynamic postural control and on the self-reported instability of patients with chronic ankle instability (CAI). METHODS A double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized trial with repeated measures and a follow-up period. Ninety patients with a history of recurrent ankle sprain, self-reported instability, and a limited dorsiflexion range of motion, were randomly assigned to either the intervention group (Joint Mobilizations, 3 weeks, two sessions per week) the placebo group (Sham Mobilizations, same duration as joint mobilization) or the control group, with a 6 months follow-up. Dorsiflexion Range of Motion (DFROM), Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT) and CAI Tool (CAIT) were outcome measures. A separate 3 × 4 mixed model analysis of variance was performed to examine the effect of treatment conditions and time, and intention-to-treat (ITT) analysis was applied to evaluate the effect of the independent variable. RESULTS The application of joint mobilization resulted in better scores of DFROM, CAIT, and SEBTs in the intervention group when compared with the placebo or the control groups (p < 0.001). The effect sizes of group-by-time interaction, measured with eta-squared, oscillated between 0.954 for DFROM and 0.288 for SEBT posteromedial distance. In within-group analysis, the manipulation group showed an improvement at 6 months follow-up in CAIT [mean = 5.23, CI 95% (4.63-5.84)], DFROM [mean = 6.77, CI 95% (6.45-7.08)], anterior SEBT [mean = 7.35, CI 95% (6.59-8.12)], posteromedial SEBT [mean = 3.32, CI 95% (0.95-5.69)], and posterolateral SEBT [mean = 2.55, CI 95% (2.20-2.89)]. CONCLUSION Joint mobilization techniques applied to subjects suffering from CAI were able to improve ankle DFROM, postural control, and self-reported instability. These results suggest that joint mobilization could be applied to patients with recurrent ankle sprain to help restore their functional stability. Implications for Rehabilitation Functional instability is a very common sequela in patients with CAI, resulting in reduced quality of living due to the limitations it imposes on daily life activities. The mobilization with movement technique presented by Mulligan, and based on the joint mobilization accompanied by active movement, appears as a valuable tool to be employed by physical therapists to restore ankle function after a recurrent ankle sprain history. ROM restriction, subjective feeling of instability and dynamic postural control are benefiting from the joint mobilization application.
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- David Cruz-Díaz
- Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Jaén , Jaén , Spain and
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Calatayud J, Borreani S, Colado JC, Flandez J, Page P, Andersen LL. Exercise and ankle sprain injuries: a comprehensive review. PHYSICIAN SPORTSMED 2014; 42:88-93. [PMID: 24565825 DOI: 10.3810/psm.2014.02.2051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Ankle sprains are common in team sports and sports played on courts, and often result in structural and functional alterations that lead to a greater reinjury risk. Specific exercises are often used to promote neuromuscular improvements in the prevention and rehabilitation of ankle injuries. This literature review summarizes the neuromuscular characteristics of common ankle sprains and the effectiveness of exercise as an intervention for improving neuromuscular function and preventing reinjury. Our review found that appropriate exercise prescription can increase static and dynamic balance and decrease injury recurrence. In particular, the addition of dynamic activities in the exercise program can be beneficial because of the anticipatory postural adjustments identified as a key factor in the injury mechanism.
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De Ridder R, Willems T, De Mits S, Vanrenterghem J, Roosen P. Foot orientation affects muscle activation levels of ankle stabilizers in a single-legged balance board protocol. Hum Mov Sci 2014; 33:419-31. [PMID: 24456917 DOI: 10.1016/j.humov.2013.12.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2013] [Revised: 12/18/2013] [Accepted: 12/19/2013] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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CONTEXT The main goal of balance training is regaining a normal neuromuscular control to a functional level. Although uniaxial balance boards are commonly used, no research has been done on the effect of foot orientation on muscle activation levels. OBJECTIVE To investigate the effect of foot orientation on muscle activation levels and modulation of the ankle stabilizing muscles in a single-legged balance protocol on a uniaxial balance board. METHODS Sixty-nine healthy subjects (age: 21.8±1.7years; mass: 67.5±11.9kg; body height: 174.7±8.6cm; BMI: 21.5±3.0) participated in this study. Subjects were asked to keep their balance during a single leg stance on a uniaxial balance board for four different foot orientations, aligning the board's rotation axis with frontal, sagittal, diagonal and subtalar axes of the foot, respectively. Surface electromyography registered muscle activity of peroneus longus, tibialis anterior, medial and lateral gastrocnemius muscles. RESULTS Highest muscle activation levels and modulation for the peroneus longus were registered exercising along the frontal axis; for the tibialis anterior along the diagonal axis; for the medial gastrocnemius along the sagittal axis; and for the lateral gastrocnemius along the diagonal axis. CONCLUSION Foot orientation modifications on a uniaxial balance board allows to differentially target specific ankle stabilizing muscles during balance training.
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- Roel De Ridder
- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium.
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- Department of Physiotherapy and Orthopedics, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium.
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium.
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- School of Sport and Exercise Sciences, Faculty of Science, Liverpool John Moores University, Liverpool, UK.
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- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium.
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Hobden RM, Tétreault S. Motor Control and the Injured and Healthy Artist. ADVANCES IN EXPERIMENTAL MEDICINE AND BIOLOGY 2014; 826:179-204. [DOI: 10.1007/978-1-4939-1338-1_12] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Wassinger CA, Rockett A, Pitman L, Murphy MM, Peters C. Acute effects of rearfoot manipulation on dynamic standing balance in healthy individuals. MANUAL THERAPY 2013; 19:242-5. [PMID: 24291363 DOI: 10.1016/j.math.2013.11.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2013] [Revised: 10/25/2013] [Accepted: 11/01/2013] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Dynamic standing balance is essential to perform functional activities and is included in the treatment of many lower extremity injuries. Physiotherapists utilize many methods to restore standing balance including stability exercises, functional retraining, and manual therapy. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of a rearfoot distraction manipulation on dynamic standing balance. Twenty healthy participants (age: 24.4 ± 2.8 years; height: 162.9 ± 37.7 cm; mass: 68.0 ± 4.8 kg; right leg dominant = 20) completed this study. Following familiarization, dynamic standing balance was assessed during: (1) an experimental condition immediately following a rearfoot distraction manipulation, and (2) a control condition. Dominant leg balance was quantified using the Y-balance test which measures lower extremity reach distances. Reach distances were normalized to leg length and measured in the anterior, posteromedial and posterolateral directions. Overall balance was calculated through the summing of all normalized directions. Paired t-tests and Wilcoxon rank tests were used to compare balance scores for parametric and non-parametric data as appropriate. Significance was set at 0.05 a priori. Effect size (ES) was calculated to determine the clinical impact of the manipulation. Increased reach distances (indicating improved balance) were noted following manipulation for overall balance (p = 0.03, ES = 0.26) and in the posteromedial direction (p = 0.01, ES = 0.42). Reach distances did not differ for the anterior (p = 0.11, ES = 0.16) or posterolateral (p = 0.11, ES = 0.25) components. Dynamic standing balance improved after a rearfoot distraction manipulation in healthy participants. It is hypothesized that manual therapy applied to the foot and ankle may be beneficial to augment other therapeutic modalities when working with patients to improve dynamic standing balance.
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- Craig A Wassinger
- East Tennessee State University, Department of Physical Therapy, Johnson City, TN 37604, United States.
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- East Tennessee State University, Department of Physical Therapy, Johnson City, TN 37604, United States
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- East Tennessee State University, Department of Physical Therapy, Johnson City, TN 37604, United States
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- East Tennessee State University, Department of Physical Therapy, Johnson City, TN 37604, United States
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- East Tennessee State University, Department of Physical Therapy, Johnson City, TN 37604, United States
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Six-week combined vibration and wobble board training on balance and stability in footballers with functional ankle instability. Clin J Sport Med 2013; 23:384-91. [PMID: 23657122 DOI: 10.1097/jsm.0b013e318291d22d] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To compare the effectiveness of a combination of vibration and wobble board training against wobble board training alone in footballers suffering from functional ankle instability (FAI). DESIGN A 2 × 3 prefactorial-postfactorial design. SETTING University research laboratory. PARTICIPANTS Thirty-three male semiprofessional footballers with self-reported unilateral FAI were randomly assigned in 3 groups: vibration and wobble board (mean age 22.2 years), wobble board (mean age 22.7 years), and control (mean age 23.1 years). INTERVENTIONS Participants in each intervention group performed a 6-week progressive rehabilitation program using a wobble board, either with or without the addition of vibration stimulus. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Absolute center of mass (COM) distribution during single-leg stance, modified star excursion balance test (SEBT) reach distances, and single-leg triple hop for distance (SLTHD) were measured before and after 6-week intervention. RESULTS Combined vibration and wobble board training resulted in reduced COM distribution [P ≤ 0.001, effect size (ES) = 0.66], increased SEBT reach distances (P ≤ 0.01 and P ≤ 0.002, ES = 0.19 and 0.29, respectively), and increased SLTHD (P ≤ 0.001, ES = 0.33) compared with wobble board training alone during the course of the 6-week training intervention. CONCLUSIONS Combined vibration and wobble board training improves COM distribution, modified SEBT scores, and SLTHD among footballers suffering FAI compared with wobble board training alone.
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Williams J, Bentman S. An investigation into the reliability and variability of wobble board performance in a healthy population using the SMARTwobble instrumented wobble board. Phys Ther Sport 2013; 15:143-7. [PMID: 24119716 DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2013.08.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2013] [Revised: 07/29/2013] [Accepted: 08/15/2013] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVES There is clinical need to provide quantification of wobble board performance. This study aimed to investigate, in a healthy population, wobble board performance, using an instrumented wobble board. DESIGN Experimental-observational. SETTING Clinical setting, Bournemouth University. PARTICIPANTS Thirty-two healthy volunteers. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Wobble board performance was measured using time spent in tilt angle bandings, on the edge and number of edge contacts. Time was normalised to total time, yielding time as a percentage. RESULTS Mean (sd) intra-class correlation coefficients (ICC) for percentage-time in each banding was 0.71(0.1); 95% confidence interval (CI) (0.67-0.76) indicating good consistency with repeated performances. Mean (sd) standard error of measurement (SEM) for percentage-time was 4.2% (1.3%); 95% CI (3.6-4.7%) indicating small errors associated with repeated performances. Minimal detectable change was small for percentage-time in tilt bandings (5%) and number of edge contacts (9). One-way ANOVA demonstrated that eyes closed yielded significantly different results to all other conditions. Time in the outer tilt band, on the edge and number of edge contacts may be better at discriminating between tasks in healthy volunteers. CONCLUSIONS The SMARTwobble board is reliable for measuring balance within a healthy population and provides reference for further clinical studies.
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- Jonathan Williams
- Bournemouth University, School of Health and Social Care, Royal London House, Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, BH1 3LT, UK.
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- Bournemouth University, School of Health and Social Care, Royal London House, Christchurch Road, Bournemouth, BH1 3LT, UK.
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Loudon JK, Reiman MP, Sylvain J. The efficacy of manual joint mobilisation/manipulation in treatment of lateral ankle sprains: a systematic review. Br J Sports Med 2013; 48:365-70. [PMID: 23980032 DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2013-092763] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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BACKGROUND Lateral ankle sprains are common and can have detrimental consequences to the athlete. Joint mobilisation/manipulation may limit these outcomes. OBJECTIVE Systematically summarise the effectiveness of manual joint techniques in treatment of lateral ankle sprains. METHODS This review employed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. A computer-assisted literature search of MEDLINE, CINHAL, EMBASE, OVID and Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro) (January 1966 to March 2013) was used with the following keywords alone and in combination 'ankle', 'sprain', 'injuries', 'lateral', 'manual therapy', and 'joint mobilisation'. The methodological quality of individual studies was assessed using the PEDro scale. RESULTS After screening of titles, abstracts and full articles, eight articles were kept for examination. Three articles achieved a score of 10 of 11 total points; one achieved a score of 9; two articles scored 8; one article scored a 7 and the remaining article scored a 5. Three articles examined joint techniques for acute sprains and the remainder examined subacute/chronic ankle sprains. Outcome measures included were pain level, ankle range of motion, swelling, functional score, stabilometry and gait parameters. The majority of the articles only assessed these outcome measures immediately after treatment. No detrimental effects from the joint techniques were revealed in any of the studies reviewed. CONCLUSIONS For acute ankle sprains, manual joint mobilisation diminished pain and increased dorsiflexion range of motion. For treatment of subacute/chronic lateral ankle sprains, these techniques improved ankle range-of-motion, decreased pain and improved function.
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- Janice K Loudon
- Department of Physical Therapy Education, Rockhurst University, , Overland Park, Kansas, USA
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