Ice versus synthetic ice” gel polymer for the treatment of ankle sprain: a randomized, controlled clinical trial

• Conditions: Grades 1, 2 and 3 lateral ligament sprains following an ankle inversion injury; Musculoskeletal - Other injuries and accidents

• Registration Number: ACTRN12606000130561
• Lead Sponsor: Royal Melbourne Hospital Emergency department

Brief Summary

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Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2006-04-10
• Last Update Posted: 13 January 2020

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: ot yet recruiting
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 135

Inclusion Criteria

Grades 1, 2 and 3 lateral ligament sprains after an ankle inversion injury, presenting within 24 hours of injury.

Exclusion Criteria

Isolated deltoid ligament injury, >24 hours since injury occurrence, fractures, multiple injuries, residual symptoms from a previous injury, dementia, mental illness, intoxication (alcohol or drugs), long term disability problems, neurological problems, inability to contact for follow up, language or other communication difficulties.

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified