The Effect of Ankle Floss Band on Football Players

NCT ID: NCT06491277

Last Updated: 2024-07-10

Study Results

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

COMPLETED

Clinical Phase

NA

Total Enrollment

36 participants

Study Classification

INTERVENTIONAL

Study Start Date

2023-12-01

Study Completion Date

2024-05-24

Brief Summary

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There is no study in the literature investigating the effects of ankle stimulation with the flossband soft tissue technique on balance and proprioception. The impact of flossband use on flexibility and static and dynamic balance in the lower extremities requires further research. It is likely that flossband, which has been found to enhance sports performance, also affects balance, proprioception, and performance. More research is needed to evaluate the benefits of flossband use on body movements and motor control. Therefore, the aim of this study is to evaluate the effects of flossband on balance, proprioception, and performance, given its known impact on sports performance.

Detailed Description

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Objective: The aim of the study is to investigate the effects of exercises with flossband on balance, proprioception, and physical performance in the ankle.

Materials and Methods: Thirty-six football players were included in the study. As this was a serial group design the same football players were included in both the study group and the control group. There was a 72-hour break between the interventions for the study group and the control group. The study began with the study group. The study group received Flossband application while the control group received foam roller bandage application. The same exercises were conducted alongside both interventions. Measurements were taken before and after the interventions and exercises. Ankle dorsiflexion range of motion was evaluated using the weight-bearing lunge test, static balance using a smartphone application, dynamic balance using the Y-balance test, and proprioception using the joint position sense test. Additionally, the hop test was used to assess jumping performance.

Conditions

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Ankle Instability

Study Design

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Allocation Method

NON_RANDOMIZED

Intervention Model

CROSSOVER

Primary Study Purpose

TREATMENT

Blinding Strategy

NONE

Study Groups

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Flossband Group

Our study began by applying flossband to the football players. The players were first assessed without the flossband, and then reassessed with the flossband to measure its effectiveness. This group was referred to as the 'Study Group.'

Group Type ACTIVE_COMPARATOR

Flossband

Intervention Type OTHER

The use of Flossband (Sanctband COMPRE Floss 5.1 cm × 3.5 m; Sanct Japan Co., Ltd.), made of natural rubber, was applied starting from 5 cm below the ankle joint line with a 50% stretch. The band tension was increased to 70-75% around 2 cm above the attachment point of the Achilles tendon.

Controlled Group

After the specified rest period, the football players were evaluated prior to the foam roller application. Seventy-two hours later, they were reassessed with the foam roller to measure the effectiveness of the application. This group was referred to as the 'Control Group.

Group Type SHAM_COMPARATOR

Controlled Group

Intervention Type OTHER

Cramer Tape Underwrap (7cm X 27m) foam bandage was applied starting 5 cm below the ankle joint line without tension. The control group received the same exercise protocol as the study group.

Interventions

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Flossband

The use of Flossband (Sanctband COMPRE Floss 5.1 cm × 3.5 m; Sanct Japan Co., Ltd.), made of natural rubber, was applied starting from 5 cm below the ankle joint line with a 50% stretch. The band tension was increased to 70-75% around 2 cm above the attachment point of the Achilles tendon.

Intervention Type OTHER

Controlled Group

Cramer Tape Underwrap (7cm X 27m) foam bandage was applied starting 5 cm below the ankle joint line without tension. The control group received the same exercise protocol as the study group.

Intervention Type OTHER

Other Intervention Names

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Sham

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

* Aged between 18 and 25 years old.
* Engaged in regular football training for at least 3 years.

Exclusion Criteria

* History of fractures and surgeries in the lower extremities.
* Diagnosed with other ankle and lower extremity problems.
* Presence of pain in the ankle and lower extremities.
* Systemic conditions such as deep vein thrombosis and embolism.
* Experience of pain during any measurement.
Minimum Eligible Age

18 Years

Maximum Eligible Age

25 Years

Eligible Sex

MALE

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Sponsors

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Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University

OTHER

Sponsor Role lead

Responsible Party

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Ayça Araci

PHD, Physiotherapist,Thesis Advisor

Responsibility Role PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

Locations

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Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat Üniversity

Antalya, Alanya, Turkey (Türkiye)

Site Status

Countries

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Turkey (Türkiye)

Other Identifiers

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2023/01

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id

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