Which strengthening exercise best fixes wobbly ankles? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07606534

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Liege Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether strengthening the ankle, the hip, or both together works best for people with chronic ankle instability. 45 participants aged 18-35 will do isometric exercises three times a week for four weeks. Researchers will measure improvements in stability, strength, and balance to find the most effective approach.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: isometric strengthening exercises (ankle, hip, or combined)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could help clinicians choose the most effective strengthening program to improve ankle stability and reduce the risk of future sprains in people with chronic ankle instability.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 45 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The exercises are isometric and may not fully reflect real-world movement.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

ankle injury

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ANKLE SPRAIN CHRONIC ANKLE INSTABILITY, CAI

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Liege
RECRUITING

Liège, 4000, Belgium

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