CompletedNot Applicable

Attentional Focus in Single-Leg Squat for Ankle Sprain

Turkey (Türkiye)32 participantsStarted 2024-10-10

Plain-language summary

This study investigates the acute effects of single-leg squat exercises conducted under different attentional focus strategies (internal, external, and no focus) on plantar pressure distribution and posterior chain muscle activation in individuals with a history of unilateral ankle sprain. The study aims to determine whether external focus improves neuromuscular efficiency and postural control compared to internal or no attentional focus.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years – 25 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Healthy individuals aged approximately 18-25 years * History of unilateral ankle sprain * Ability to perform single-leg squat exercises * Willingness to provide written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Acute musculoskeletal injuries preventing participation * Neurological or neuromuscular impairments * Uncorrected visual impairments * Recent surgery or conditions precluding safe exercise

What they're measuring

Muscle Activation (%MVIC)

Timeframe: Immediately post-intervention in a single session.

Center of Pressure (COP) Path Length

Timeframe: Immediately post-intervention in a single session.

COP Ellipse Area

Timeframe: Immediately post-intervention, in a single session.

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07106476

SponsorAnkara Yildirim Beyazıt University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-10-10

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