Plantar Cutaneous Sensitivity and Balance in Individuals With and Without Chronic Ankle Instability

Conclusions: Light touch and postural control deficits were observed in individuals with CAI. The correlation between light touch over the base of the fifth metatarsal and eyes open TTB-mean AP suggests that there may be a relevant relationship between these measures. Clinical Relevance: Individuals with CAI demonstrated deficits in light touch over the plantar aspect of the foot. The relationship between base of the fifth metatarsal sensation and TTB-mean AP may provide a starting point to link plantar cutaneous sensory deficits to changes in other aspects of sensorimotor function.
Source: Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine - Category: Sports Medicine Tags: Original Research Source Type: research