Prevention of Ankle Sprains

Author

Travis Schomacker, Otterbein UniversityFollow

Date of Award

4-30-2017

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science in Allied Health (MS)

First Committee Member

Erica Van Dop

Advisor

Paul Longenecker

Keywords

College Athletes, Athletic Injuries, Ankle Instability

Subject Categories

Higher Education | Rehabilitation and Therapy | Sports Sciences

Abstract

Ankle instability is weakness of the ankles due to previous injuries. According to the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), more than 460,000 college athletes play a total of 24 sports. Results from Indiana University showed that 67% of former players claim they suffered a major injury while competing n the collegiate level.

Recommended Citation

Schomacker, Travis, "Prevention of Ankle Sprains" (2017). Masters Theses/Capstone Projects. 12.
https://digitalcommons.otterbein.edu/stu_master/12