Brain training for wobbly ankles? new study hopes to personalize rehab
NCT ID NCT06576687
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study from the University of Nebraska aims to understand why some people with chronic ankle instability have different problems—some have loose ligaments, others have poor brain control. Researchers will test 42 physically active adults, including healthy controls, people coping with ankle issues, and those with chronic instability. Participants will do balance and hop exercises while brain activity and movement are measured. The goal is to find better ways to tailor rehabilitation to each person's specific needs.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Balance and hop-training exercises
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to more personalized rehabilitation programs for people with chronic ankle instability, improving recovery and reducing recurrence.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage observational and interventional study (42 participants) focused on understanding mechanisms, not proving a treatment works. Results may not apply to all patients.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Nebraska-Omaha, Biomechanics Research Building
Omaha, Nebraska, 68182, United States
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