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Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Biomechanics
  • Injury Prevention

Background:

  • Ankle injuries are common in sports.
  • Prophylactic ankle taping is widely used to prevent injuries.
  • The effects of taping on performance and injury risk require further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the influence of prophylactic ankle taping on static and dynamic balance.
  • To assess the impact of ankle taping on jump performance during push-off and landing phases.
  • To evaluate the potential injury risks associated with ankle taping during jumping activities.

Main Methods:

  • Fifteen active young adults without prior ankle injuries participated.
  • Subjects performed static balance, dynamic balance (posturography), and counter movement jump tests.
  • Tests were conducted under both taped and non-taped ankle conditions, with random order.

Main Results:

  • Ankle taping showed no significant effect on static or dynamic balance performance.
  • Taping did not influence performance during the push-off phase of the jump.
  • A 12% increase in the second peak vertical force was observed during the landing phase with ankle taping.

Conclusions:

  • Prophylactic ankle taping does not enhance balance or jump performance in healthy young athletes.
  • Ankle taping may increase the risk of injury during the landing phase of jumps due to increased peak forces.
  • Further research is needed to understand the long-term implications of taping on injury risk in sports with frequent jumping.