Abstract
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 selfstretching 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.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 1226-1232 |
| Number of pages | 7 |
| Journal | Journal of Athletic Training |
| Volume | 50 |
| Issue number | 12 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 2015 Dec |
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- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
- Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
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Ankle-dorsiflexion range of motion after ankle self-stretching using a strap. / Jeon, In Cheol; Kwon, Oh Yun; Yi, Chung Hwi; Cynn, Heon Seock; Hwang, Ui Jae.
In: Journal of Athletic Training, Vol. 50, No. 12, 12.2015, p. 1226-1232.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article
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T1 - Ankle-dorsiflexion range of motion after ankle self-stretching using a strap
AU - Jeon, In Cheol
AU - Kwon, Oh Yun
AU - Yi, Chung Hwi
AU - Cynn, Heon Seock
AU - Hwang, Ui Jae
PY - 2015/12
Y1 - 2015/12
N2 - 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 selfstretching 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.
AB - 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 selfstretching 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.
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