[Neuromuscular deficits in chronic ankle instability. Frequency and significance - multicenter study]

R Schmidt1, H P Becker, F Rauhut

  • 1Bundeswehrkrankenhaus Ulm, Oberer Eselsberg 40, 89081, Ulm, Deutschland.

Der Unfallchirurg
|May 9, 2013
PubMed
Summary

Peroneal reaction time (PRT) is often prolonged in chronic ankle instability, indicating neuromuscular deficits. Most patients with ankle instability show delayed PRT, suggesting a need for neuromuscular and proprioceptive training.