Acute Effect of Graded Motor Imagery on Ankle Rehabilitation: A Pilot Study

The Acute Effect of Graded Motor Imagery-Based Mental Preparation on Ankle Rehabilitation: A Pilot Clinical Study

The primary aim of this study is to evaluate the immediate and short-term effects of the Graded Motor Imagery (GMI) method on individuals with chronic ankle instability (CAI). In this context, the effects of the Graded Motor Imagery intervention on pain level, muscle stiffness, muscle strength, functional performance, and subjective instability level will be investigated. Additionally, these effects will be comparatively analyzed with an age- and sex-matched control group consisting of healthy individuals.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Aged between 18 and 40 years.
• Diagnosed with chronic ankle instability (CAIT ≤ 24).
• History of an acute ankle sprain occurring more than 3 months prior to enrollment.
• Has not received ankle rehabilitation treatment.
• Voluntarily participated in this study

Exclusion Criteria:

• Vestibular or neurological disorders
• Other lower extremity injuries
• History of surgery