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Floss band trick may boost ankle flexibility and balance

NCT ID NCT07442968

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Nambu University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested two floss band techniques on 50 healthy adults to see if they could improve ankle range of motion and balance. One group used a standard floss band wrap, while the other combined it with joint mobilization movements. Researchers measured ankle flexibility, weight-bearing lunge, and static/dynamic balance before and after the session. The goal was to see if these simple, non-invasive methods could offer quick benefits for ankle function.

What this could mean

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Active substance
floss band (elastic band wrapped around the ankle during movement)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward simple, low-cost techniques to improve ankle mobility and balance for healthy people or athletes.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study in healthy adults, not patients. Results may not apply to people with ankle injuries or conditions. The intervention is short-term, so lasting benefits are unknown.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

50 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Aug 2025

Finished

Oct 2025

Lead sponsor

A government agency

The lead sponsor is a government body.

Who can take part

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Ages

20 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * No limited ankle joint ROM * No pain, edema, or sprain of weight bearing joint * No muscle fatigue due to radical work * No operation of lower extremity in one year Exclusion Criteria: * lower extremity orthopedic problems * unstable steps and balance * visual impairments

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Health adults

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Locations

  • Nambu University

    Gwangju, Gwangsan-gu, 62271, South Korea

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