Shock therapy for wobbly ankles? new combo shows promise
NCT ID NCT06204861
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether adding a special electric therapy (CRET) to balance exercises helps people with chronic ankle instability recover faster. 31 adults with weak, unstable ankles were split into three groups: balance training alone, electric therapy alone, or both together. Researchers measured ankle function, balance, and stability to see which approach worked best.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Capacitive and Resistive Electric Transfer (CRET) therapy
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a faster, more effective rehabilitation option for people with chronic ankle instability.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 31 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the therapy is not a cure—it aims to ease symptoms and improve function.
Disclaimer
Read more
Show less
This is a summary of
the original study
.
Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.
This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for CHRONIC ANKLE INSTABILITY are added.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Show contact details
Enter your email to view the contact information for this study.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Locations
-
Beijing Sport University
Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100084, China