Document Type : Original Articles
Authors
1 Department, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
2 Rehabilitation Sciences Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran,
3 Department of Physiotherapy, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
4 Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
5 Department of Physiotherapy, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.
Abstract
Background: Ankle sprain is one of the most prevalent musculoskeletal injuries during physical activities and sports. Balance impairment is one of the deficiencies associated with Chronic Ankle Instability (CAI). The present study aimed to investigate the effect of combined fibular repositioning taping (FRT) and facilitatory fibularis longus taping on postural balance, and proprioception of ankle joint in individuals with CAI.
Methods: The present double-blind randomized control trial was conducted at Rehabilitation Sciences Research Center, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences (SUMS). A total of 40 patients aged range between 18-50 years old were randomly assigned to either intervention or placebo group. The intervention group received combination FRT and facilitatory fibularis longus taping and in the placebo group patients received one adhesive gauze from medial malleolus to midpoint of tibia. Biodex balance SD system was used to evaluate static/dynamic postural stability and stability limits. The proprioception of ankle joint was measured by active ankle joint repositioning test using Biodex isokinetic dynamometer. In each group, data were compared before, immediately after, and 48 hours after taping.
Results: At bilateral leg stance position, the comparison of static postural stability between before and immediately after application of tapping showed a significance decrease between groups (P=0.01). Moreover, a statistically significant differences was found between before and 48 hours after tapping between groups (P=0.002). Also, Significant groups comparison was found for dynamic postural stability at double leg stance immediately after tapping (P=0.03) whereas no significant difference group existed 48 hours after tapping (P= 0.05).
Conclusion: Combined FRT and facilitatory fibularis longus taping may improve static and dynamic postural stability in patients with CAI.
IRCT number: (IRCT20180820040841N1)
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