Acute Effect of Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation on Postural Control: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT: Ankle sprains are common severe injuries leading to changes in muscular activity and postural control impairments. Postural control integrates neural components, including cognitive processing. Due to its relevance, neuromodulation techniques such as percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) have gained attention for improving balance, proprioception, and stability. However, the effects of PTNS on postural control remain insufficiently investigated. This study evaluated the acute effects of PTNS on postural control in healthy individuals. Ninety-four healthy participants (mean age 22.85 ± 5.02 years, BMI 23.8 ± 3.52) were recruited. Baseline postural control assessments were conducted, followed by random assignment to three groups: (1) PTNS (EXP), (2) sham (SHAM), and (3) control (CON).

SUBMITTER: Rodriguez-Rosal M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12370166 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature