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KMID : 1035420210090040191
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Journal of The Korean Society of Integrative Medicine
2021 Volume.9 No. 4 p.191 ~ p.200
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Comparison of the Effects of Unstable Support Exercise Using Whole Body Sonic Vibrator and TOGU for Patients with Ankle Instability
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Kim Min-Kyu
Yang Hoe-Song
Jeong Chan-Joo
Kang Hyo-Jeong
Yoo Young-Dae
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Abstract
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Purpose : Chronic ankle instability can lead to problems in balance and gait due to weakness of the ankle muscles and decreased proprioceptive sensation. Balance training that stimulates proprioceptors is necessary to improve ankle stability. We aimed to compare the effects of unstable support balance exercises using whole body sonic vibration and an aero-step (TOGU) on proprioception and balance in individuals with unilateral functional ankle instability.
Methods : Thirty-six participants with unilateral functional ankle instability were randomly recruited and divided into two groups (group 1 = sonic whole body vibration, group 2= TOGU). Individuals in each group participated in training for 5 weeks, 40 minutes per session, 5 times per week, and performed weight-bearing exercises in five postures on different unstable support surfaces. Proprioception was measured by digital inclinometer (Dualer IQ), and balance was measured by force platform (Biodex balance system).
Results : Significant differences were observed in proprioception before and after intervention within both group (p<05). Significant differences were also observed in the balance index before and after intervention within both groups (p<.05).
Conclusion : As a result of this study, it is suggested that for individuals with ankle instability, unstable support surface training using a whole body sonic vibrator and TOGU can have a positive effects on proprioception and balance ability.
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KEYWORD
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ankle instability, balance, joint position sense
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