Tai chi may help wobbly ankles: 4-Week program shows promise

NCT ID NCT06682897

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Loughborough University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested whether a simplified 4-week Tai Chi program could help people with chronic ankle instability improve balance, strength, and stability. 36 participants did Tai Chi or self-management for 4 weeks each. Researchers measured muscle responses, joint position sense, and ankle function. The goal is to see if Tai Chi offers a simple, drug-free way to manage ankle instability.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Tai Chi training
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost exercise program to improve ankle stability and quality of life for people with chronic ankle instability.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 36 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The 4-week program may not be enough for lasting improvement.

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CHRONIC ANKLE INSTABILITY

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Loughborough University

Loughborough, Leicester, LE113TU, United Kingdom

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