Standing or lying down? study tests best way to measure ankle strength
NCT ID NCT07386132
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether measuring ankle and toe muscle strength in a lying-down position gives different results than measuring it while standing. Thirty-three healthy adults had their muscle strength tested in both positions. The goal is to help doctors and therapists choose the most reliable way to assess ankle strength.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help standardize how ankle muscle strength is measured in clinics, leading to more accurate assessments.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study in healthy adults, so results may not apply to people with injuries or conditions. It does not test any treatment.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Istanbul Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Training And Research Hospital
Istanbul, Istanbul, 34180, Turkey (Türkiye)