The Effect of Balance Training Following STARS on Postural Control

Chronic ankle instability (CAI) is defined as the symptoms continuing 12 months after the first sprain and the functional and/or mechanical instability reported by the individual. The number of researches that include a combined treatment approach that will affect both sensory and motor components in rehabilitation strategies applied for CAI is limited.The aim of this study is to isolated sensory, isolated motor and combined targeted approaches for the treatment of chronic ankle instability (CAI); to compare the effects on postural control, range of motion, function and kinesiophobia and to contribute to an effective approach related to the applicability of Sensory-Targeted Ankle Rehabilitation Strategies in the treatment of CAI.

Inclusion Criteria:History of first ankle sprain more than 1 year agoHaving at least 2 "give away" episodes in the last 6 monthsIdentification of Functional Ankle Instability's score above 1118-25 age rangeFoot and Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM), the score of which is less than %90Foot and Ankle Ability Measure Sports scale (FAAM-S), the score of which is less than %80Exclusion Criteria:History of lower extremity surgeryHistory of disease that may affect sensorimotor function in the lower extremityMusculoskeletal disorders that may affect balance