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Effects of Rigid and Kinesio Taping on Balance and Performance in Chronic Ankle Instability

Sponsor: Istanbul Nisantasi University

Summary

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether rigid subtalar sling taping or kinesio subtalar sling taping can improve balance, proprioception, and functional performance in physically active adults with chronic ankle instability. It will also evaluate whether these taping methods help maintain performance after fatigue. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Do rigid and kinesio subtalar sling taping improve dynamic balance compared with sham taping? * Do rigid and kinesio subtalar sling taping improve ankle joint position sense and functional performance compared with sham taping? * Which taping method is more effective in preserving performance following a fatigue protocol? Researchers will compare rigid subtalar sling taping, kinesio subtalar sling taping, and sham taping to determine their effects on balance, proprioception, and functional performance before and after fatigue. Participants will: * Complete questionnaires related to ankle instability and sport function. * Undergo dynamic balance testing using the Y-Balance Test. * Perform functional performance tests including the Single-Leg Hop Test, Side Hop Test, and Figure-of-8 Hop Test. * Complete an ankle joint position sense assessment. * Receive either rigid subtalar sling taping, kinesio subtalar sling taping, or sham taping. * Perform a standardized fatigue protocol. * Repeat all outcome assessments immediately after taping, after fatigue, and following a short recovery period.

Official title: Immediate and Fatigue-Related Effects of Rigid and Kinesio Subtalar Sling Taping on Dynamic Balance, Proprioception, and Functional Performance in Individuals With Chronic Ankle Instability

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