Braces versus proprioceptive exercise for the secondary prevention of ankle sprains; a randomised controlled trial and cost-effectiveness evaluation.
Completed
- Conditions
- acute lateral ankle ligament injuryankle sprain10043237
- Registration Number
- NL-OMON34759
- Lead Sponsor
- Vrije Universiteit Medisch Centrum
- Brief Summary
Not available
- Detailed Description
Not available
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- Completed
- Sex
- Not specified
- Target Recruitment
- 357
Inclusion Criteria
1. sustained an acute lateral ankle ligament injury within 4 weeks before inclusion
2. are currently being (para)medically treated for that acute lateral ankle ligament injury
Exclusion Criteria
Patients with an ankle fracture are excluded
Study & Design
- Study Type
- Interventional
- Study Design
- Not specified
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method
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What molecular mechanisms underlie ankle sprain recurrence and how do braces or proprioceptive exercises influence these pathways?
How does the use of braces compare to proprioceptive exercises in preventing ankle sprains versus standard-of-care physical therapy regimens?
Are there specific biomarkers or patient characteristics that predict better outcomes with braces or proprioceptive training in post-ankle sprain rehabilitation?
What are the potential adverse events associated with long-term brace use or proprioceptive exercise programs for ankle instability?
What combination therapies or alternative interventions are being explored alongside braces and proprioceptive exercises for secondary ankle sprain prevention?