Pilates promises stronger ankles for footballers
NCT ID NCT07266649
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether 8 weeks of Pilates training can improve ankle stability, balance, and performance in football players who have chronic ankle instability. Eighty-eight male footballers aged 22-35 will be randomly assigned to either a Pilates group or a control group. The goal is to see if Pilates helps them regain better control and function in their ankles.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Pilates exercises
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free exercise program to help footballers with chronic ankle instability improve their balance and performance.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 88 participants. The results may not apply to all athletes, and the benefits might be modest or not last long-term.
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