Does joint mobilization effectively improve chronic ankle instability ? A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The aim of this study is to systematically evaluate the effectiveness of joint mobilization (JM) in improving chronic ankle instability (CAI).

Methods

We conducted a search in six databases-PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, Pedro, and China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI)-up to March 10, 2025. We included all published randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on JM for the treatment of CAI. The primary outcome measure was ankle function (Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool, CAIT), and the secondary outcomes were pain and ankle range of motion (ROM). All outcome measures were analyzed by calculating standardized mean differences (SMDs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs).

Results

We identified 237 studies across six databases and ultimately i

SUBMITTER: Jiang Q 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12847370 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature