Simple taping may improve gait and balance in chronic ankle instability

NCT ID NCT07157072

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

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

Summary

This study tested whether using rigid tape to correct a tilted pelvis could improve walking and balance in 22 people with chronic ankle instability. Participants had a history of ankle sprains and pelvic torsion. Researchers measured balance and walking patterns before and after taping. The goal was to see if this simple approach could help address the whole-body effects of ankle instability.

What this could mean

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Active substance: corrective rigid taping
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, non-drug way to improve walking and balance for people with chronic ankle instability.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 22 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the taping effect might be temporary or not work for all.

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CHRONIC ANKLE INSTABILITY, CAI

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Locations

Faculty of physical therapy, mti university

Cairo, El Mokkatem, 11571, Egypt

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