Ankle-dorsiflexion range of motion after ankle self-stretching using a strap
Deutscher übersetzter Titel: | Bewegungsausmaß der Dorsalflexion nach der Versorgung mit einem selbstangelegten Verband |
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Autor: | In-cheol, Jeon; Oh-yun, Kwon; Chung-Hwi, Yi; Heon-Seock, Cynn; Ui-jae, Hwang |
Erschienen in: | Journal of athletic training |
Veröffentlicht: | 50 (2015), 12, S. 1226-1232, Lit. |
Format: | Literatur (SPOLIT) |
Publikationstyp: | Zeitschriftenartikel |
Medienart: | Gedruckte Ressource Elektronische Ressource (online) |
Sprache: | Englisch |
ISSN: | 1062-6050, 0160-8320, 1938-162X |
DOI: | 10.4085/1062-6050-51.1.01 |
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Erfassungsnummer: | PU201604002420 |
Quelle: | BISp |
Abstract des Autors
Context: A variety of ankle self-stretching exercises have been recommended to improve ankle-dorsiflexion range of motion (DFROM) in individuals with limited ankle dorsiflexion. A strap can be applied to stabilize the talus and facilitate anterior glide of the distal tibia at the talocrural joint during ankle self-stretching exercises. Novel ankle self-stretching using a strap (SSS) may be a useful method of improving ankle DFROM.
Objective: To compare the effects of 2 ankle-stretching techniques (static stretching versus SSS) on ankle DFROM.
Design: Randomized controlled clinical trial.
Setting: University research laboratory.
Patients or Other Participants: Thirty-two participants with limited active dorsiflexion (<20°) while sitting (14 women and 18 men) were recruited.
Main Outcome Measure(s): The participants performed 2 ankle self-stretching techniques (static stretching and SSS) for 3 weeks. Active DFROM (ADFROM), passive DFROM (PDFROM), and the lunge angle were measured. An independent t test was used to compare the improvements in these values before and after the 2 stretching interventions. The level of statistical significance was set at α = .05.
Results: Active DFROM and PDFROM were greater in both stretching groups after the 3-week interventions. However, ADFROM, PDFROM, and the lunge angle were greater in the SSS group than in the static-stretching group (P < .05).
Conclusions: Ankle SSS is recommended to improve ADFROM, PDFROM, and the lunge angle in individuals with limited DFROM.