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Olszewski M, Zając B, Golec J. Cross cultural adaptation, reliability and validity of the Polish version of the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool. Disabil Rehabil 2024; 46:2926-2932. [PMID: 37463065 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2023.2232719] [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: 01/03/2023] [Revised: 06/28/2023] [Accepted: 06/29/2023] [Indexed: 07/20/2023]
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Purpose: The aim of this study was to develop a Polish version of the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool (CAIT-PL) questionnaire and perform CAIT-PL cultural adaptation with assessment of its psychometric properties.Methods: The original CAIT was translated into the Polish language using standard guidelines. The CAIT-PL was completed on 2 occasions by 105 participants both with and without a history of ankle sprains. Psychometric evaluation of CAIT-PL included an assessment of internal consistency, test-retest reliability, standard error of measurement, convergent and construct validity.Results: The CAIT-PL was successfully translated and adapted into Polish culture with satisfactory internal consistency (Cronbach's α = 0.83) and adequate test-retest reliability resulting in ICC2,1 = 0.89 (95% CI: 0.84-0.92). Measurement error was low (SEM = 0.76 and MDC = 2.10). Convergent validity of the CAIT-PL ranged from weak to strong using Spearman's correlation coefficient between CAIT-PL and FAOS subscales (r = 0.39-0.67; p < 0.05). Construct validity was confirmed.Conclusion: The Polish version of the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool is a valid and reliable questionnaire for assessment of functional ankle instability among the Polish population.
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- Maciej Olszewski
- Doctoral School, University of Physical Education in Kraków, Poland
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- Laboratory of Functional Diagnostics, Central Scientific and Research Laboratory, University of Physical Education in Kraków, Poland
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- Institute of Rehabilitation in Traumatology, University of Physical Education in Kraków, Poland
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Cervera-Garvi P, Marchena-Rodriguez A, Lopezosa-Reca E, Diaz-Miguel S, Ortega-Avila AB. Systematic review of the methodological quality of patient-reported outcome measure for patients with chronic ankle instability. Clin Rehabil 2023; 37:1332-1346. [PMID: 36987581 DOI: 10.1177/02692155231166217] [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] [Indexed: 03/30/2023]
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OBJETIVE Chronic ankle instability is generally associated with ankle sprain. Its consequences can be measured by means of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs). The aim of this review is to identify the PROMs specifically available for chronic ankle instability and to evaluate their methodological quality and that of the cross-cultural adaptations made. DATA SOURCES Papers were retrieved from PubMed, Embase, Scopus and Google Scholar databases, with no time limit applied, based on the following inclusion criteria: (1) type of participants: patients with chronic ankle instability, over 18 years of age; (2)type of study: those specifically focused on this pathology, using PROMs specific to chronic ankle instability and published in English; (3) type of outcome: measurement properties based on COSMIN criteria in patient-reported outcomes associated with chronic ankle instability. METHODS This systematic review, following the COSMIN checklist, was conducted to determine the methodological quality of PROMs specific to foot and ankle pathologies, for patients presenting chronic ankle instability. RESULTS Of the 576 studies identified in the initial search, 34 were included in the final analysis of measurement properties. Four - the Ankle Instability Instrument, the Chronic Ankle Instability Scale, the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool and the Identification of Functional Ankle Instability - were original questionnaires, and the remaining 30 were cross-cultural adaptations. CONCLUSION The Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool and the Identification of Functional Ankle Instability questionnaires can be useful instruments for evaluating chronic ankle instability, both in patients with this condition and also in non-pathological patients.
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- Pablo Cervera-Garvi
- Department of Nursing and Podiatry, Faculty Health Sciences, University of Malaga, Malaga, Spain
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- Department of Nursing and Podiatry, Faculty Health Sciences, University of Malaga, Malaga, Spain
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- Department of Nursing and Podiatry, Faculty Health Sciences, University of Malaga, Malaga, Spain
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- Department of Nursing and Podiatry, Faculty Health Sciences, University of Malaga, Malaga, Spain
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- Department of Nursing and Podiatry, Faculty Health Sciences, University of Malaga, Malaga, Spain
- Instituto de investigación Biomédica de Málaga (IBIMA), Malaga, Spain
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Contri A, Ballardin F, De Marco G, Gaucci M, Scariato A, Zanoni V, Vanti C, Pillastrini P. Italian version of the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool (CAIT-I). Foot (Edinb) 2023; 56:102043. [PMID: 37295293 DOI: 10.1016/j.foot.2023.102043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2023] [Revised: 05/07/2023] [Accepted: 05/26/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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STUDY DESIGN Evaluation of the psychometric properties of a translated, culturally adapted questionnaire. OBJECTIVE Translating, culturally adapting, and validating the Italian version of the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool (CAIT-I). SUMMARY OF BACKGROUND DATA Ankle sprains are one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries and can lead to chronic ankle instability (CAI). The International Ankle Consortium recommends the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool (CAIT) as a valid and reliable self-report questionnaire assessing the presence and severity of CAI. At this moment, there is no validated Italian version of CAIT. METHODS The Italian version of the CAIT (CAIT-I) was developed by an expert committee. Test-retest reliability of the CAIT-I was measured in 286 healthy and injured participants within a 4-9-day period, by using Intraclass Correlation Coefficients (ICC2,1). Construct validity, exploratory factor analysis, internal consistency and sensitivity were examined in a sample of 548 adults. Instrument responsiveness over 4 time points was determined in a subgroup of 37 participants. RESULTS The CAIT-I demonstrated excellent test-retest reliability (ICC≥0.92) and good internal consistency (α = .84). Construct validity was confirmed. Identified cut-off for the presence of CAI was 24.75, with sensitivity= 0.77 and specificity= 0.65. There were significant differences across time for CAIT-I scores (P < .001), demonstrating responsiveness to change, but no floor or ceiling effects. CONCLUSION The CAIT-I demonstrates acceptable psychometric performance as a screening and outcome measure. The CAIT-I is a useful tool to assess the presence and severity of CAI.
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- Angela Contri
- Clinical and Experimental Medicine PhD Program, University of Modena and Reggio, Via del Pozzo n.74, 41100 Modena, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Via Ugo Foscolo 7, 40123 Bologna BO Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Via Ugo Foscolo 7, 40123 Bologna BO Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Via Ugo Foscolo 7, 40123 Bologna BO Bologna, Italy.
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- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Via Ugo Foscolo 7, 40123 Bologna BO Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Via Ugo Foscolo 7, 40123 Bologna BO Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Via Ugo Foscolo 7, 40123 Bologna BO Bologna, Italy; Unità Operativa di Medicina del Lavoro - IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna, University of Bologna, Via Pelagio Palagi 9, 40123 Bologna BO Bologna, Italy
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Li J, Qiu F, Legerlotz K. Cross-cultural adaptation and validation of the Chinese version of the ankle joint functional assessment tool (AJFAT) questionnaire. J Foot Ankle Res 2023; 16:22. [PMID: 37098578 PMCID: PMC10131472 DOI: 10.1186/s13047-023-00622-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2022] [Accepted: 04/11/2023] [Indexed: 04/27/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Ankle joint functional assessment tool (AJFAT) is gradually becoming a popular tool for diagnosing functional ankle instability (FAI). However, due to the lack of standard Chinese versions of AJFAT and reliability and validity tests, the use of AJFAT in the Chinese population is limited. This study aimed to translate and cross-culturally adapt the AJFAT from English into Chinese, and evaluate the reliability and validity of the Chinese version of AJFAT and to investigate its psychometric properties. METHODS The translation and cross-cultural adaptation of AJFAT was performed according to guidelines for cross-cultural adaptation of self-report measures. 126 participants with a history of ankle sprain completed the AJFAT-C twice within 14 days and completed the Cumberland ankle instability tool (CAIT-C) once. Test-retest reliability, internal consistency, ceiling and floor effects, convergent and structure validity and discriminative ability were investigated. RESULTS The test-retest reliability (ICC = 0.91, 95%CI = 0.87-0.94) and internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha = 0.87) of the AJFAT-C were excellent. No ceiling or floor effects were detected. A moderate correlation between the AJFAT-C and the CAIT-C suggested a moderate convergent validity. The AJFAT-C had a two-factor structure: 1. function of the unstable side of the ankle joint (9 items) and 2. symptoms of the unstable side of the ankle (2 items). The ideal cut-off point of the AJFAT-C was calculated as 26 points. CONCLUSION The Chinese version of AJFAT can be considered as a valid and reliable ankle joint function evaluation tool that can be applied in clinical and research work.
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- Jinfeng Li
- Department of Kinesiology, Iowa State University, Ames, IA, 50011, USA
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- Movement Biomechanics, Institute of Sport Sciences, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Unter Den Linden 6, 10099, Berlin, Germany.
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- Movement Biomechanics, Institute of Sport Sciences, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Unter Den Linden 6, 10099, Berlin, Germany
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Wang W, Liao D, Kang X, Zheng W, Xu W, Chen S, Xie Q. Development of a valid Chinese version of the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool in Chinese-speaking patients with chronic ankle instability disorders. Sci Rep 2021; 11:9747. [PMID: 33963201 PMCID: PMC8105356 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-87848-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2020] [Accepted: 04/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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As an effective scale for the condition assessment of patients with chronic ankle instability (CAI), the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool (CAIT) is the most widely used scale, and its original version is written in English. Therefore, the purpose of our study is to apply the CAIT to Chinese patients and evaluate its responsiveness, reliability, and validity in terms of Chinese patients with CAI. First, we adapted the CAIT into the Chinese edition (CAIT-C), through which cross-cultural adaptation and translation can be carried out in a five-step procedure. Next, recruited patients completed the three periods of the Foot and Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM), CAIT-C, and the Medical Outcomes Study Short-Form 36 (SF-36) scales. Afterward, to assess the responsiveness, reliability, and validity, we calculated the standardized response mean (SRM), effect size (ES), Spearman's correlation coefficient (rs), minimal detectable change (MDC), standard error of measurement (SEM), intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC), and Cronbach’s alpha. Generally, in the use of CAI, 131, 119, and 86 patients favorably completed the three periods of the scales. The CAIT-C was proven to have good test–retest reliability (ICC = 0.930) and fine internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.845–0.878). The low-value of MDC (0.04–2.28) and SEM (1.73) show it is possible to detect clinical changes when we take advantage of CAIT-C. Good or moderate correlations (rs = 0.422–0.738) were gained from the physical subscales of the SF-36 and the subscales of the FAAM and the CAIT-C. Fair or poor correlations (rs = 0.003–0.360) were gained between the mental subscales of the SF-36 and the CAIT-C, which sufficiently indicated that the CAIT-C had good validity. Moreover, good responsiveness was observed in the CAIT-C (ES = 1.316, SRM = 1.418). The CAIT-C scale is an effective, valid, and reliable tool to evaluate Chinese CAI patients.
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- Wei Wang
- Department of Orthopedics, The General Hospital of Western Theater Command, Tianhui Road 270, Chengdu City, 610000, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Orthopedics, The General Hospital of Western Theater Command, Tianhui Road 270, Chengdu City, 610000, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The General Hospital of Western Theater Command, Tianhui Road 270, Chengdu City, 610000, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The General Hospital of Western Theater Command, Tianhui Road 270, Chengdu City, 610000, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Orthopedics, The General Hospital of Western Theater Command, Tianhui Road 270, Chengdu City, 610000, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The General Hospital of Western Theater Command, Tianhui Road 270, Chengdu City, 610000, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The General Hospital of Western Theater Command, Tianhui Road 270, Chengdu City, 610000, People's Republic of China.
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Ankle Stability and Movement Coordination Impairments: Lateral Ankle Ligament Sprains Revision 2021. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2021; 51:CPG1-CPG80. [PMID: 33789434 DOI: 10.2519/jospt.2021.0302] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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This revised clinical practice guideline (CPG) addresses the distinct but related lower extremity impairments of those with a first-time lateral ankle sprain (LAS) and those with chronic ankle instability (CAI). Depending on many factors, impairments may continue following injury. While most individuals experience resolution of symptoms, complaints of instability may continue and are defined as CAI. The aims of the revision were to provide a concise summary of the contemporary evidence since publication of the original guideline and to develop new recommendations or revise previously published recommendations to support evidence-based practice. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2021;51(4):CPG1-CPG80. doi:10.2519/jospt.2021.0302.
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Biomechanical and viscoelastic properties of the ankle muscles in men with previous history of ankle sprain. J Biomech 2020; 115:110191. [PMID: 33385869 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbiomech.2020.110191] [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] [Received: 07/14/2020] [Revised: 11/09/2020] [Accepted: 12/11/2020] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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In this study, we aimed to explore the impact of previous history of lateral ankle sprain on the mechanical and viscoelastic properties of the tibialis anterior (TA), peroneus longus (PL) and gastrocnemius lateralis (GL) and medialis (GM) in asymptomatic men. For this purpose, a group of 26 men with previous history of lateral ankle sprain (ASG) and a control group (CG) of 29 healthy counter-parts participated in this study. Tone, stiffness, elasticity and mechanical stress relaxation time were measured using a myotonometer in a single session. Higher tone was noted for TA and GL in ASG as compared to CG (effect size of Cohen's d = 0.57 [p = 0.04] and 0.59 [p = 0.04], respectively). Further, stiffness was higher in ASG than in CG for TA (d = 0.56; p = 0.04), PL (d = 0.58; p = 0.04) and GL (d = 0.63; p = 0.02). Stress relaxation time was also lower for the ASG compared to the CG for TA (d = 0.61; p = 0.03), PL (d = 0.55; p = 0.04) and GL (d = 0.68; p = 0.02). There were no significant differences between groups in elasticity (p > 0.05). GM experienced no significant changes after ankle sprain in any of the variables (p > 0.05). To conclude, previous history of lateral ankle sprain results in higher TA and GL muscle tone. Likewise, these muscles in addition to PL exhibit less deformation against resistance due to their increased stiffness, thus needing a shorter time to restore to their original shape after deformation.
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Cervera-Garvi P, Ortega-Avila AB, Marchena-Rodriguez A, Gijon-Nogueron G. Transcultural adaptation and validation of the Spanish version of the Identification of Functional Ankle Instability questionnaire (IdFAI-Sp). Disabil Rehabil 2020; 44:3221-3227. [PMID: 33296608 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2020.1857446] [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: 12/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The study aim was to cross-culturally adapt the Identification of Functional Ankle Instability (IdFAI) into a Spanish-language version (IdFAI-Sp), which would then be validated and its psychometric properties evaluated for use in possible cases of ankle instability. METHODS The cross-cultural adaptation was performed following the guidelines of the International Society for Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research. Pearson correlations were calculated to assess the convergent validity between IdFAI and the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool. Cronbach's alpha and test re-test reliability values were calculated and floor/ceiling effects analysed. Construct validity was assessed by confirmatory factor analysis (CFA). RESULTS The study population was composed of 110 participants, with a mean age of 40.49 years (10.43) and of whom 62 (56.36%) were female. Good test-retest results were obtained, with an intraclass correlation coefficient of 0.85 (ICC2,1: 95% CI: 0.82 - 0.88). The structure matrix was examined by CFA, which revealed a three-factor solution that accounted for 79.89% of the variance. The IdFAI-Sp obtained an excellent fit (RMSEA 0.068, GFI 0.94, CFI 0.98 and NFI 0.97). CONCLUSIONS This study validates the IdFAI-Sp questionnaire, corroborating its value to researchers and medical professionals as a self-reported outcomes measure for use with a Spanish-speaking population.IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONThe Spanish-language version of the Identification of Functional Ankle Instability questionnaire (IdFAI-Sp) is a valid and reliable tool.The IdFAI-Sp enables researchers and healthcare professionals to identify and classify chronic ankle instability among Spanish-speaking patients.Accordingly, it can be considered a useful clinical instrument.Aapplication of the questionnaire before and after treatment can reveal the patient's degree of recovery over time.
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- Department of Nursing and Podiatry, University of Malaga, Malaga, Spain.,Biomedical Research Institute (IBIMA), Malaga, Spain
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- Department of Nursing and Podiatry, University of Malaga, Malaga, Spain.,Biomedical Research Institute (IBIMA), Malaga, Spain
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Lin CI, Mayer F, Wippert PM. Cross-cultural adaptation, reliability, and validation of the Taiwan-Chinese version of Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool. Disabil Rehabil 2020; 44:781-787. [PMID: 32539475 DOI: 10.1080/09638288.2020.1774928] [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]
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Purpose: To cross-cultural translate the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool (CAIT) to Taiwan-Chinese version (CAIT-TW), and to evaluate the validity, reliability and cutoff score of CAIT-TW for Taiwan-Chinese athletic population.Materials and methods: The English version of CAIT was translated to CAIT-TW based on a guideline of cross-cultural adaptation. 77 and 58 Taiwanese collegial athletes with and without chronic ankle instability filled out CAIT-TW, Taiwan-Chinese version of Lower Extremity Functional Score (LEFS-TW) and Numeric Rating Scale (NRS). The construct validity, test-retest reliability, internal consistency and cutoff score of CAIT-TW were evaluated.Results: In construct validity, the Spearman's correlation coefficients were moderate (CAIT-TW vs LEFS-TW: Rho = 0.39, p < 0.001) and strong (CAIT-TW vs NRS: Rho= 0.76, p < 0.001). The test retest reliability was excellent (ICC2.1 = 0.91, 95% confidential interval = 0.87-0.94, p < 0.001) with a good internal consistency (Cronbach's α: 0.87). Receiver operating characteristic curve showed a cutoff score of 21.5 (Youden index: 0.73, sensitivity: 0.87, specificity 0.85).Conclusions: The CAIT-TW is a valid and reliable tool to differentiate between stable and instable ankles in athletes and may further apply for research or daily practice in Taiwan.Implications for rehabilitationFor athletes, chronic ankle instability is prevalent and causes negative sequela, such as lowered quality of daily life, affected functional performance, and may cause post traumatic osteoarthritis.The psychometric properties of the Taiwan-Chinese version of the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool showed moderate to strong construct validity, excellent test retest reliability, a good internal consistency and a cutoff score of 21.5.The validity and reliability of the Taiwan-Chinese version of the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool are to enable clinicians to evaluate and manage ankle instability in Taiwanese who speaks Mandarin Chinese.
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- Chiao-I Lin
- Sociology of Health and Physical Activity, University of Potsdam, Potsdam, Germany
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- University Outpatient Clinic, Centre of Sports Medicine, University of Potsdam, Potsdam, Germany
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- Sociology of Health and Physical Activity, University of Potsdam, Potsdam, Germany
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French translation and validation of the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool, an instrument for measuring functional ankle instability. Foot Ankle Surg 2020; 26:391-397. [PMID: 31118138 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2019.05.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2018] [Revised: 04/25/2019] [Accepted: 05/02/2019] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Ankle sprains are one of the most common musculoskeletal injuries, and can lead to chronic ankle instability (CAI). The Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool (CAIT) measures a subset of CAI, functional ankle instability (FAI). Because no French version existed, we set out to translate and validate the CAIT in French. METHODS The CAIT was translated using a forward-backward methodology. We examined its psychometric properties and calculated a cut-off score for FAI in a sample of 102 subjects (median age 22 years). RESULTS The CAIT was translated without significant problems. The CAIT-F can discriminate between those with and without FAI (p < 0.001), with a cut-off score of ≤ 23 points. The test-retest reliability is excellent (ICC = 0.960), as is the internal consistency (α = 0.885). Construct validity was confirmed. No floor or ceiling effects were detected among subjects with FAI. CONCLUSIONS The CAIT is now available in French, and is a valid and reliable instrument.
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Tsekoura M, Billis E, Fousekis K, Christakou A, Tsepis E. Cross cultural adaptation, reliability, and validity of the Greek version of the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool. Physiother Theory Pract 2019; 37:954-962. [PMID: 31387438 DOI: 10.1080/09593985.2019.1652944] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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Objectives: This study's objective was to translate and cross-culturally adapt the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool (CAIT) into the Greek language and to evaluate its psychometric properties.Methods: CAIT was translated and adapted into Greek according to official cross-cultural adaptation guidelines of self-reported measures. The Greek version of the CAIT (CAIT-GR) was tested for reliability (internal consistency, test-retest reliability), validity (discriminative and convergent validity) and floor-ceiling effects. Additionally, a cut-off value discriminating between stable and unstable ankles across healthy participants and participants with ankle complaints was calculated. A convenience sample of 123 Greek individuals was recruited, 43 of which had a history of at least one ankle sprain. All participants completed the final version of the CAIT-GR twice within 7-10 days. Participants with a history of ankle sprain also completed the Greek version of the Lower Extremity Functional Scale (LEFS) and the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS).Results: CAIT-GR mean scores were 26.9 ± 3.16 for participants without a history of ankle sprain and 20.6 ± 4.62 for the instability group. The cut-off value was at 24.5 points of the total CAIT score (range 0-30). CAIT-GR had a moderate correlation with VAS (0.54) and a high correlation with LEFS (0.735). Results indicated good discriminative validity, high internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha of 0.97) and excellent test-retest reliability (ICC2,1 = 0.97, 95%CI = 0.97-0.98). Neither a floor nor a ceiling effect was observed.Conclusions: The CAIT-GR questionnaire was found to be a reliable and valid measure for chronic ankle instability. It is therefore, available for use in future clinical research and practice.
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- Maria Tsekoura
- Physiotherapy Department, School of Health and Caring Professions, Technological Educational Institute (TEI) of Western Greece, Aigio, Greece
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- Physiotherapy Department, School of Health and Caring Professions, Technological Educational Institute (TEI) of Western Greece, Aigio, Greece
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- Physiotherapy Department, School of Health and Caring Professions, Technological Educational Institute (TEI) of Western Greece, Aigio, Greece
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- Physiotherapy Department, General Hospital 'Evaggelismos', Athens, Greece.,Physiotherapy Department, University of Western Attica, Aigaleo, Greece
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- Physiotherapy Department, School of Health and Caring Professions, Technological Educational Institute (TEI) of Western Greece, Aigio, Greece
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Korakakis V, Abassi M, Kotsifak A, Manai H, AbuEsba A. Cross-cultural adaptation and psychometric properties' evaluation of the modern standard Arabic version of Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool (CAIT) in professional athletes. PLoS One 2019; 14:e0217987. [PMID: 31185034 PMCID: PMC6559661 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0217987] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2019] [Accepted: 05/22/2019] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Purpose To cross-culturally adapt the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool into modern standard Arabic and to assess its psychometric properties. Method Cross-cultural adaptation followed a combination of guidelines and for psychometric evaluation a sample of 107 athletes as recruited. All recommended measurement properties by the Consensus-based Standards for the selection of health status Measurement Instruments were evaluated, including face, structural, convergent, and discriminant validity; reproducibility; distribution-based responsiveness, and interpretability. We also used a structured content analytic method to evaluate content validity. Results The tool presented excellent internal consistency (α = 0.92) and reliability (ICC 0.75–0.98), and good convergent validity compared with Lower Extremity Functional Scale (ρ = 0.67). For reproducibility testing: Minimal detectable change ranged from 0.41 to 6.0 points; for responsiveness assessment: the effect sizes were large (Glass’Δ range 2.03–2.08, Cohen’s d range 2.22 to 2.53) and the Area under the Curve was 0.869. Its unidimensionality was proved by a 1-factor solution explaining 63.8% of the variance. Conclusion The Arabic version of Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool presented acceptable psychometric properties comparable to the original version. The questionnaire is understood across most of the Arabic speaking world and can be used in research and clinical practice to assess patients suffering from chronic ankle instability.
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- Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, Doha, Qatar
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- Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, Doha, Qatar
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- Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, Doha, Qatar
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- Aspetar, Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, Doha, Qatar
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Vuurberg G, Kluit L, van Dijk CN. The Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool (CAIT) in the Dutch population with and without complaints of ankle instability. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2018; 26:882-891. [PMID: 27714439 PMCID: PMC5847203 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-016-4350-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2016] [Accepted: 09/28/2016] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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PURPOSE To develop a translated Dutch version of the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool (CAIT) and test its psychometric properties in a Dutch population with foot and ankle complaints. METHODS The CAIT was translated into the Dutch language using a forward-backward translation design. Of the 130 subsequent patients visiting the outpatient clinic for foot and ankle complaints who were asked to fill out a questionnaire containing the CAIT, the Foot and Ankle Outcome Score (FAOS), and the numeric rating scale (NRS) pain, 98 completed the questionnaire. After a 1-week period, patients were asked to fill out a second questionnaire online containing the CAIT and NRS pain. This second questionnaire was completed by 70 patients. With these data, the construct validity, test-retest reliability, internal consistency, measurement error, and ceiling and floor effects were assessed. Additionally, a cut-off value to discriminate between stable and unstable ankles, in patients with ankle complaints, was calculated. RESULTS Construct validity showed moderate correlations between the CAIT and FAOS subscales (Spearman's correlation coefficient (SCC) = 0.36-0.43), and the NRS pain (SCC = -0.55). The cut-off value was found at 11.5 points of the total CAIT score (range 0-30). Test-retest reliability showed to be excellent with an intraclass correlation coefficient of 0.94. Internal consistency was high (Cronbach's α = 0.86). No ceiling or floor effects were detected. CONCLUSION Based on the results, the Dutch version of the CAIT is a valid and reliable questionnaire to assess ankle instability in the Dutch population and is able to differentiate between a functionally unstable and stable ankle. The tool is the first suitable tool to objectify the severity of ankle instability specific complaints and assess change in the Dutch population. Level of evidence II.
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Affiliation(s)
- Gwendolyn Vuurberg
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Research Center Amsterdam, Academic Medical Centre, PO Box 22660, 1100 DD, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Research Center Amsterdam, Academic Medical Centre, PO Box 22660, 1100 DD Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Research Center Amsterdam, Academic Medical Centre, PO Box 22660, 1100 DD Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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A systematic review of measurement properties of patient-reported outcome measures for use in patients with foot or ankle diseases. Qual Life Res 2017; 26:1969-2010. [DOI: 10.1007/s11136-017-1542-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/03/2017] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Strength-Duration Curves of the Common Fibular Nerve Show Hypoexcitability in People With Functional Ankle Instability. PM R 2015; 8:536-44. [PMID: 26409196 DOI: 10.1016/j.pmrj.2015.09.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2015] [Revised: 09/10/2015] [Accepted: 09/16/2015] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND Some motor impairments, such as decreased reaction of peroneal muscles, altered kinematics, or poor postural control, have been described in people with functional ankle instability. Evidence shows a possible relationship between fibular nerve impairments and functional ankle instability. OBJECTIVE To investigate the electrophysiologic excitability of the common fibular nerve, as measured by strength-duration curves, in subjects with functional ankle instability compared with a control group without ankle impairment. DESIGN A cross-sectional study. SETTING University Research laboratory. PARTICIPANTS Fifty subjects with functional ankle instability (35 men, 15 women; ages 24.36 ± 5.01 years) and 63 uninjured control patients (44 men, 19 women; ages 22.67 ± 4.85 years) were recruited by convenience sampling. INTERVENTIONS Not applicable. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Strength-duration curves of the common fibular nerve were made in all participants. Rheobase, chronaxie, Bawen index, accommodation index, galvano-tetanic threshold, and intensity thresholds for different pulse durations were obtained and compared between the 2 groups. RESULTS Subjects with functional ankle instability show increased values of chronaxie (0.58 ± 0.24 ms versus 0.47 ± 0.16 ms; P = .004), Bawen index (1.53 ± 0.24 versus 1.39 ± 0.21; P = .002), and intensity thresholds for pulse durations ≤2 ms both for rectangular and triangular pulse wave forms. The accommodation index was smaller in subjects with functional ankle instability than controls (3.7 ± 0.72 versus 4.05 ± 0.98; P = .036). The remaining parameters did not show significant differences between groups. CONCLUSIONS These findings suggest that subjects with functional ankle instability show a decreased excitability in their common fibular nerve when compared with subjects without ankle injuries.
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