Masters Theses/Capstone Projects
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
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