Ankle injury

This trial tests whether adding vestibulo-ocular reflex (VOR) exercises—which train the eye-movement system that keeps vision stable during head motion—to standard balance training improves reaction time and reduces fear of re-injury in amateur athletes with chronic ankle instabi…

This study tests whether a 6-week walking and running program with sound feedback can improve ankle stability in 100 physically active adults who have chronic ankle instability. Participants will train three times a week and be followed for up to a year. The goal is to reduce ank…

This study compares two surgical methods to treat chronic ankle instability in people who also have joint hypermobility (very flexible joints). One method adds a special tape for extra support. The goal is to see which surgery provides better stability and fewer repeat injuries. …

This study tests a new surgical implant called Fibulink for repairing ankle fractures with torn ligaments. The goal is to see if it allows patients to start walking fully at 4 weeks instead of the usual 6 weeks, without the implant failing. 56 adults with specific ankle injuries …

This study is testing special screws that dissolve over time, used in foot and ankle surgeries for fractures, realignments, or joint fusions. The screws are meant to hold bones together while they heal, then safely absorb into the body. Researchers will follow 125 adults for 4 ye…

This study compares two common surgical procedures for a specific type of ankle injury called syndesmosis injury, often linked with ankle fractures. About 140 adults who need surgery will be randomly assigned to receive either a suture button or a Fibulink implant. Researchers wi…

This study compares two surgical approaches for chronic ankle instability: a newer arthroscopic technique using donor tissue (allograft) versus the standard open Broström-Gould repair using the patient's own tissue. Researchers will enroll 36 adults with chronic ankle sprains and…

This study tests whether using artificial intelligence (AI) in ankle MRI scans can produce better images and improve patient satisfaction. About 120 adults with ankle injuries will be randomly assigned to receive either an AI-assisted MRI or a standard MRI. The goal is to see if …

This trial tests whether adding rhythmic auditory stimulation — like a steady beat — to dynamic neuromuscular stability exercises improves balance, body awareness, and performance in badminton players recovering from a lateral ankle sprain. About 44 players aged 18 to 30 with a r…

This trial tests whether adding vestibulo-ocular reflex (VOR) exercises—simple eye movements that help stabilize gaze during head motion—to standard balance training can improve dynamic balance, reduce ankle instability, and sharpen cognitive performance in amateur athletes with …

This study tests whether strengthening the ankle, the hip, or both together works best for people with chronic ankle instability. 45 participants aged 18-35 will do isometric exercises three times a week for four weeks. Researchers will measure improvements in stability, strength…

This study tests whether socks made with semiconductor fabric can improve healing and reduce symptoms after an ankle sprain. About 100 adults with ankle injuries will wear either the special socks or regular compression socks and report their pain and function over time. The goal…

This pilot study tests whether a topical diclofenac gel (Voltaren) works as well as oral ibuprofen for reducing pain in children aged 6-18 with ankle or knee sprains. Sixty participants will use either the gel or oral medicine three times a day for three days, then report their p…

This study tests whether using a blood flow restriction (BFR) cuff during physical therapy helps people recover better after ankle ligament reconstruction surgery. About 105 adults will be split into two groups: one gets standard therapy, the other adds BFR. Researchers will meas…

This study tests whether numbing specific nerves in the leg before ankle surgery can lower pain and help people recover faster. About 70 adults having ankle arthroscopy will receive either a nerve block or a placebo injection, along with standard anesthesia. Researchers will meas…

This study tests whether a 6-day course of the steroid Medrol (methylprednisolone) can lower pain, nausea, and the need for opioid painkillers after foot or ankle surgery. About 180 adults having surgery at Emory will take either the steroid or a placebo, plus a small supply of h…

This study compares two ways to repair a torn ankle ligament: standard surgery with stitches alone versus adding a special implant that may help healing. About 40 adults having arthroscopic Brostrom repair will be randomly assigned to one of the two groups. Researchers will track…

This study looks at whether adding mild electrical stimulation to special stretching exercises can help people who have had an ankle sprain. Sixty adults aged 18 to 30 will be split into two groups: one does stretching alone, the other does stretching with electrical stimulation.…

This study compares three ways to manage pain after ankle fracture surgery: a long-acting numbing cocktail, regional anesthesia, and standard care. Researchers want to see if the numbing cocktail reduces the need for strong pain pills. About 70 adults with certain ankle fractures…

This study tests whether using a mental health app called SuperBetter can help adolescent dancers recover from foot or ankle injuries. Fifty dancers aged 13 to 18 will use the app for 10 minutes a day, 5 days a week, for 12 weeks alongside their usual physical therapy. The goal i…

This study is creating and testing a Turkish version of a questionnaire that measures how people recover from ankle fractures. Researchers will ask 150 adults with ankle fractures to fill out the new Turkish questionnaire along with two other standard forms. The goal is to make s…

This study looks at whether a special test called ANKLE-GO, done 3 months after ankle ligament surgery, can predict if athletes will safely return to their sport. About 116 people who had surgery for chronic ankle instability will take the test and be followed for a year. The goa…

This study tests two different carbon fiber foot braces (custom dynamic orthoses) in 35 adults who had a traumatic foot or ankle injury at least two years ago. Participants will try both braces and report on comfort, pain, and physical function. The goal is to provide evidence on…

This study follows 150 adults for one year after ankle arthroscopy to record any complications that arise. Participants will be checked by their surgeon and physical therapist at 15 days, 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year after surgery. They will also fill out questionnaires and do …

This study will follow 5,000 people for up to 20 years after ankle ligament surgery to see how often the ligament tears again and how well they return to sports. The goal is to learn how durable and effective the surgery really is, helping doctors improve care for future patients…