Overview
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a new ankle brace impacts athletic motions. The main questions it aims to answer are:
- Does it impact motions such as running and cutting?
- Is it comfortable?
Researchers will compare 5 ankle bracing conditions.
Participants will:
- Perform a running activity
- Perform a cutting activity
- Complete a survey
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Age 18 to 40 at the time of data collection
- English-speaking
- Not currently pregnant
- No history of lower extremity surgery or chronic ankle instability
- No ankle injuries that required medical attention or ≥ 7 days of modified physical activity within the last 3 months
- Currently cleared for all physical activity
- Comfortable running on a treadmill for 10 minutes at a self-selected pace
- Have prior experience wearing an ankle brace and / or ankle tape during sport activities
- Shoe size US Men's 7.5-11.5 or Women's 9-13