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Balance Training + tDCS for Ankle Injury
Study Summary
This trial will study whether non-invasive brain stimulation can help people with chronic ankle instability (CAI) improve their balance.
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- I've had a recent injury to my leg joints that stopped me from my usual activities.I am unable to give consent for medical procedures.I can stand on one leg for at least 10 seconds.I am under the age of 18.I have had a herniated disc in the past.I have had a broken leg or foot that needed to be realigned.I have a history of balance or inner ear problems.I do not have a neurological disorder or a history of treatments like TMS or deep brain stimulation.I have had an ankle sprain in the past.I do not have a pacemaker, metal implants near my head, or unstable heart disease.I feel like my ankle is unstable.My ankle often gives way.I often have severe headaches that are hard to manage.I have had surgery on the bones or muscles in my legs.
- Group 1: Sham tDCS and BT Group
- Group 2: Anodal tDCS and Balance Training (BT) Group
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an opportunity to participate in this experiment at the present time?
"Yes, the clinicaltrials.gov website reveals that this medical experiment is open for recruitment. It was initially posted on September 20th 2021 and recently updated August 16th 2022 with a target of 60 participants from one centre."
What are the projected outcomes of this experiment?
"The primary efficacy outcome evaluated over the course of four weeks is cortical excitability as defined by Active Motor Threshold (AMT). Secondary outcomes include Corticospinal Excitability, measured with peak-to-peak amplitude of Motor Evoked Potential (MEP), cortical activation quantified via electroencephalogram (EEG) and dynamic postural control assessed through the Star Excursion Balance Test's reach distance."
Is there the possibility of my involvement in this clinical exploration?
"This trial is looking to enrol 60 individuals with ankle sprains aged 18 and 45. To qualify, they must be able to stay in a single-leg stance for at least 10 seconds without difficulty, demonstrate sound neurological function, have had an ankle sprain previously, experienced the sensation of their joint giving way recently, and possess a feeling that instability exists within said joint."
How many participants are engaged in this research experiment?
"Affirmative. Clinicaltrials.gov lists this trial, which was first put up on September 20th 2021, as currently recruiting. Sixty participants need to be sourced from 1 medical centre for the experiment to proceed."
Does the criteria for this study include individuals over 65 years of age?
"This clinical trial is looking for individuals within the age range of 18-45 years old."
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