New ankle rehab aims to cut repeat sprains
NCT ID NCT03663361
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares a new sensorimotor ankle rehabilitation training (SMART) program to standard care for people with a first-time ankle sprain. The goal is to see if SMART reduces re-injury rates and improves quality of life over one year. Researchers will enroll 150 participants and track outcomes like balance, ankle function, and brain activity.
What this could mean
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Active substance
sensorimotor ankle rehabilitation training (SMART) protocol
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a better rehab approach that lowers the chance of re-injury and improves long-term ankle health after a sprain.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small, early-stage trial (150 people) comparing two rehab methods, so results may not apply to everyone. The new approach may not prove better than standard care.
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University of Kentucky
RECRUITINGLexington, Kentucky, 40506, United States
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
RECRUITINGChapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States
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