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Can increased ankle strength help with proprioception in FAI patients?

In 2012 a study conducted by Smith, et. al., at a university athletic training research laboratory has shed light on the effects of strength training on ankle rehabilitation, specifically in individuals with functional ankle instability (FAI). Despite the widespread use of strength training in rehabilitating ankle injuries, the study reveals that while such training significantly enhances ankle strength, it does not improve proprioception, or force … Continue reading Can increased ankle strength help with proprioception in FAI patients?

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Which physiotherapy approach is more effective in managing chronic ankle instability: Ankle Integral or Conventional?

In 2023, Negahban et al. conducted a study to compare the effects of ankle integral physiotherapy and conventional physiotherapy on patients with chronic ankle instability (CAI). Chronic ankle instability is a condition that affects many individuals and can lead to pain, limited range of motion, balance issues, and disability. The study aimed to determine which approach would be more effective in improving these outcomes. The … Continue reading Which physiotherapy approach is more effective in managing chronic ankle instability: Ankle Integral or Conventional?

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