Handheld ankle scanner could revolutionize sprain diagnosis

NCT ID NCT07163897

Not yet recruiting Diagnosis Sponsor: University of Virginia Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study will test a new portable device called the Cobra Ankle Arthrometer to see if it can accurately measure ankle joint looseness. Researchers will compare it to ultrasound imaging in 62 young adults, including those with chronic ankle instability, previous sprains, or no ankle problems. If proven reliable, this tool could make diagnosing ankle injuries easier and more accessible.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Cobra Ankle Arthrometer (portable device)
What this could lead to: If successful, this device could provide a simple, portable way to diagnose ankle instability, helping guide treatment decisions.
What could go wrong: This is an early validation study with only 62 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The device is a prototype and may not be accurate enough for widespread use.

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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 HEALTHY

Contacts and locations

Locations

UVA Department of Student Health and Wellness

Charlottesville, Virginia, 22903, United States

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