Brain training for wobbly ankles: new rehab study recruits 180 active adults
NCT ID NCT06527287
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether adding neurocognitive (brain) exercises to standard ankle rehab can improve strength, balance, and function in physically active adults aged 18-44 with chronic ankle instability. Participants will complete a 6-week program with both home and supervised sessions. The goal is to see if this combined approach reduces future ankle injuries and improves overall health outcomes.
What this could mean
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Active substance
rehabilitation protocol combining physical exercises with neurocognitive tasks
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a more effective rehab option for chronic ankle instability, reducing injury risk and improving function.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small, early-stage study (180 participants) comparing two rehab approaches, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention requires significant time commitment (up to 30 sessions over 6 weeks).
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University of Kentucky
RECRUITINGLexington, Kentucky, 40506, United States
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Womack Army Medical Center
RECRUITINGFort Bragg, North Carolina, 28310, United States
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