A Review of the Effect of Various Training Protocols During Transition Movements in People with Ankle Sprains

Document Type : Review

Authors

Department of Sports Biomechanics, Faculty of Educational Sciences and Psychology, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili, Ardabil, Iran

Abstract

Background and Aim: Research in recent decades shows that rehabilitation exercises have a significant effect on improving ankle complications. The aim of the present study was to review the effect of various exercise protocols during transitional movements in people with ankle sprains.
Methods: The present study was a narrative review. Articles in Persian and English from 2007 to 2023 were searched in databases such as Web of Science, ScienceDirect, PubMed, Scopus, SID, Magiran, Civilica, and Google Scholar. Finally, 18 articles related to the effect of various exercise protocols during the transition period in individuals with lateral ankle sprains were analyzed.
Results: The results of the studies showed that the flexibility of the calf muscles, by increasing the range of dorsiflexion in the ankle, facilitates the gait process in individuals with ankle sprains. Findings related to supportive tools, such as taping, indicated that the use of various types of taping can have acceptable effects on balance, performance, and range of motion in individuals with ankle sprains. Aquatic and land-based exercises demonstrated a positive impact on the physical fitness factors of individuals with ankle sprains. The remaining studies suggested that inadequate rehabilitation could lead to balance deficits and secondary injuries.
Conclusion: The present review study demonstrated that the use of kinesiotaping combined with a deep sensory training approach can have positive effects on parameters such as balance, pain reduction, and improved range of motion.

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