The Effect of Fascia Therapy and Transcutaneous Fibrolysis on Acute Ankle Sprain in Young Adults.
Overview
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Acute Ankle Distortion
- Sponsor
- University Ghent
- Enrollment
- 60
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- effect of fascia therapy
- Status
- Completed
- Last Updated
- 14 years ago
Overview
Brief Summary
This study investigates the immediate effect of fascia therapy and transcutaneous fibrolysis in the treatment of an acute ankle sprain. These treatments will be compared to a placebo group.
Detailed Description
Ankle sprain is the most occurring sport related injury. In spite of the high prevalence of this injury and the often residual symptoms, there is a large variety in diagnostic approach and therapeutic protocols. Concerning the treatment of an acute ankle sprain, it remains a challenge to minimize injury consequences on short and long term. In this study we investigate the immediate effect of two therapeutic techniques: fascia therapy and transcutaneous fibrolysis. They will be compared to a third group, who receives a placebo treatment. Muscle strength, muscle vascularisation, muscle tenderness and joint position sense are measured before and after treatment. The purpose of this study is to contribute to the knowledge of treating acute ankle sprains.
Investigators
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- •acute ankle sprain
Exclusion Criteria
- Not provided
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
effect of fascia therapy
Time Frame: baseline measurements and within 1 hour after treatment
The effect of fascia therapy on an acute ankle distortion. Measurement of muscle power, muscle saturation, joint position sense, tenderness and disability questionnaires.
Secondary Outcomes
- complaints registration(baseline, 1 hour after treatment and 3 days later)