Nan Mei, Zhende Jiang, Zhuan Zhong, Lijuan Fu, Jianyuan Hao, Zhaoyan Li, Qingyu Wang, Yinan Wang, Hanyang Zhang, Fei Chang
BACKGROUND: To propose and validate a modified noninvasive method for the diagnosis of chronic syndesmotic injuries. METHODS: This study included 16 patients with chronic ankle instability. Herein, we propose the Modified Stabilization Test, a new measurement for use in the diagnosis of chronic syndesmotic injury, as determined by wearing a 60-kPa pneumatic brace. The test combines the center of pressure and sensory organization test to measure postural control...
September 29, 2023: Foot & Ankle International