A STUDY ON THE EFFECTIVNESS OF BALANCE TRAINING PROGRAM USING THERA TUBE IN IMPROVING BALANCE AND ACTIVITIES OF DAILY LIVING IN PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC ANKLE SPRAIN
Dr.P.Senthil Selvam Dr.A. Anitha
Abstract:
Sprain is defined as an injury in a joint, caused by the ligament being stretched beyond its capacity. Sprain can occur in any joint but are most common in the ankle and wrist. Lateral ankle sprains are among the most common injuries incurred while performing daily living and sports activities that are mostly concerned with young physically active individuals 1,2,3. Chronic ankle sprain usually refers to the fact that either the injury occurred over six (6) weeks ago or if it is still painful, or if there occurs a repetitive injuries to the same ankle.
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