Head and eye moves may boost ankle stability
NCT ID NCT07581535
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether adding neck and eye exercises to standard ankle rehab can improve balance, function, and joint awareness in people with chronic ankle instability. Thirty-eight participants will be split into two groups: one gets standard ankle exercises alone, the other adds cervical stabilization and eye movement exercises. The goal is to see if these extra exercises lead to better outcomes.
What this could mean
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Active substance
exercise program (cervical stabilization and oculomotor exercises plus conventional ankle rehabilitation)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a more effective rehab approach for people with chronic ankle instability, improving balance and reducing the risk of re-injury.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 38 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The added exercises may not provide significant benefit over standard care alone.
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Izmir Katip Celebi University Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department
RECRUITINGIzmir, Çiğli, 35650, Turkey (Türkiye)
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