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Effects of Proprioceptive Training on Ankle Stability in Athletes
Corresponding Author(s) : P Bright Alwin Victor
International Journal of Allied Medical Sciences and Clinical Research,
Vol. 14 No. 4 (2026): 2026 Volume 14-Issue 4
Abstract
Background: Ankle sprains are common sports-related injuries and recurrent ankle sprains may contribute to functional ankle instability, impaired proprioception, and reduced neuromuscular control. Proprioceptive training is commonly used to improve balance, joint position sense, and functional ankle stability.
Objective: The objective of the study was to determine the effectiveness of proprioceptive training in improving ankle stability among male athletes aged 12–18 years.
Methods: A pre-experimental study was conducted over 6 months at Tiruppur SDAT Sports Club and On Your Mark Athletic Club, Tiruppur. Twenty male athletes aged 12–18 years were selected by purposive sampling. Participants underwent an 8-week proprioceptive training program, three sessions per week, with each session lasting 45 minutes. Ankle stability was assessed using the Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool (CAIT) before training, during the intervention, and after completion of the program.
Results: The mean CAIT score increased from 17.60 ± 2.58 at pre-test to 22.65 ± 2.03 at post-test 1 and 28.20 ± 0.95 at post-test 2. Repeated-measures analysis demonstrated a statistically significant difference across the assessment points (F = 240.25, p = 0.001).
Conclusion: The findings of the study indicate that an 8-week proprioceptive training program was associated with improved functional ankle stability in the participating adolescent male athletes.