NCT07376915 Acute Effect of Graded Motor Imagery on Ankle Rehabilitation: A Pilot Study
| NCT ID | NCT07376915 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa |
| Condition | Ankle Instability |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 48 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-02-09 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-06-09 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 48 participants in total. It began in 2026-02-09 with a primary completion date of 2026-06-09.
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Brief Summary
The primary aim of this study is to evaluate the immediate and short-term effects of the Graded Motor Imagery (GMI) method on individuals with chronic ankle instability (CAI). In this context, the effects of the Graded Motor Imagery intervention on pain level, muscle stiffness, muscle strength, functional performance, and subjective instability level will be investigated. Additionally, these effects will be comparatively analyzed with an age- and sex-matched control group consisting of healthy individuals.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Aged between 18 and 40 years. * Diagnosed with chronic ankle instability (CAIT ≤ 24). * History of an acute ankle sprain occurring more than 3 months prior to enrollment. * Has not received ankle rehabilitation treatment. * Voluntarily participated in this study Exclusion Criteria: * Vestibular or neurological disorders * Other lower extremity injuries * History of surgery
Contact & Investigator
SEZEN KARABÖRKLÜ ARGUT, Assistant Professor, PhD
STUDY DIRECTOR
Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, Faculty of Health Sciences
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07376915 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 40 Years, studying Ankle Instability. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07376915 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07376915 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at seda.ates@ogr.iuc.edu.tr for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07376915 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT07376915 clinical trial?
NCT07376915 is sponsored by Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa. The principal investigator is SEZEN KARABÖRKLÜ ARGUT, Assistant Professor, PhD at Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, Faculty of Health Sciences. The trial plans to enroll 48 participants.