Simple stretches may boost ankle flexibility in active young adults
NCT ID NCT06915571
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether stretching the bottom of the foot (plantar fascia) alone or combined with a special massage tool (Graston technique) can improve ankle motion, flexibility, and balance. It involved 40 healthy, active adults aged 18-35. The goal was to see which method works better for everyday movement and sports performance.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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40 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jun 2025
- Finished
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Feb 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 to 35 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * To be between the ages of 18-35 * Doing regular physical activity at least 2-3 times a week (Individuals who do sports recreationally) * Individuals who signed the voluntary consent form before participating in the study and agreed to participate in all stages consciously Exclusion Criteria: * Having an ankle injury, plantar fascia or lower limb condition * Serious injury, surgery or trauma to the lower extremity within the last 6 months * Individuals practicing sports at a professional level * Not volunteering to participate in the study or wanting to leave the study during the assessments
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Health Sciences
Ankara, Kecioren, 06610, Turkey (Türkiye)
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