About this trial
This study aims to contribute to the effects of Pilates training on ankle proprioception, postural control, and performance in football players with chronic ankle instability. Eighty eight participants will be randomly allocated into two groups and will receive both Pilates and balance training for eight weeks. it is hypothesized that the group that will receive Pilates taring will produce greater improvements as compared to other group.
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
History of unilateral ankle sprain in past 12 months
Inability to bear weight post-injury
CAIT score < 24
Minimum of 1-year experience in football
Disqualifiers
Bilateral ankle sprains
Lower limb fractures or surgeries
Neurological conditions (e.g., MS, CMT, Stroke)
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- Pilates exercises
- Balance exercises
Treatment groups
Locations
Sponsors and collaborators
Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences
Lead sponsor