Whole body vibration versus balance training in patients with chronic ankle instability
A randomized controlled trial
Keywords:
chronic ankle instability, Whole-Body–Vibration, biodex balance systemAbstract
Background: The ankle is the most often injured joint in athletics. The most frequent kind of ankle injury is a lateral ankle sprain. Whole Body Vibration (WBV) is a unique biophysical technique that generates whole-body vibration impulses for mechanical stimulation. It has been demonstrated in recent years to improve the neurological, muscular, and skeletal systems. Objective: The goal of this study is to assess the effect of systemic vibration and balance training on pain intensity and balance, in CAI patients. Methods: 45 female patients will be enrolled in the research after being recommended by an orthopedic expert for recurrent ankle instability. They will be divided into three equal-sized groups. Group (A) comprises of fifteen patients who will get a six-week exercise program designed specifically for CAI and Whole-Body–Vibration Training (three sessions per week). Group (B) comprises of fifteen patients who will get a six-week, three-session-per-week, conventional exercise program for CAI and balance training. Group (C) consists of fifteen patients who will get a standard exercise plan for CAI. pain; balance and function status of the patients were examined before and after the treatment.
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