Biofeedback is a rehabilitation method used to improve the effects of various complications. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of combining proprioceptive training and visual biofeedback compared to proprioceptive training in improving the Postural control and performance of athletes with chronic ankle instability.
Materials and Methods
Thirty male athletes between 20 and 25 were randomly divided into two experimental groups. The training program consisted of 24 sessions. The first group performed proprioception training with visual biofeedback in front of a mirror, while the second group performed the training conventionally without a mirror. Assessments included the evaluation of displacement range of the center of pressure, the time to stability (TTS), functional tests of side hop, figure of 8 hop test, 6-meter crossover hop and triple hop test.
Results
The results obtained show that the differences between the two groups were only significant in the variables TTS (M-L) (p = 0.04), figure-8 hop test (p = 0.033) and 6-meter crossover hop test (p = 0.011), and no significant difference was observed between the two groups in the other measured variables (p = 0.05).
Conclusion
Utilizing a combination of exercises in the rehabilitation process can be highly effective and efficient, encouraging individuals to engage more actively in their exercises.
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