Author(s): Krutika Vishnu Bhoir and Dr. Pradeep Borkar

Abstract:
Aim: To find the effect of Functional Mobility Exercise on Ankle range of motion and Balance in Airhostess. Objective: To find the effect of functional mobility exercise on ankle range of motion and on balance in high heel wearing population. Procedure: Clearance was taken from ethical institutional committee of institute. Samples were collected by purposive sampling method with said inclusion criteria. The details of research were explained to subjects and written consent form was charted out. Total 60 subjects (n-60) between the age of 18-25 participated in study out of which 54 subjects (n-54) completed the study and 6 subjects dropped out in between the study. Testing procedure was explained as well as demonstrated to the subjects so that they become familiar with the tests. Y balance test and goniometry test was used to assess the ROM and balance. After the completion of pre assessment Functional mobility program was carried for 6 weeks. After 6 weeks post assessment was done and the values were recorded in the record sheet. Results: After 6 weeks of functional mobility program post values showed extremely significant improvement with p-value of 0.0001. Conclusion: This study concludes that the effect of Functional mobility training including AROM exercise, Flexibility, Strengthening and Proprioception training helped in improving ankle range of motion and balance in High heel wearing airhostess.

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