Author(s): Jeel Jeevrajani and Shrinath Vyas

Abstract:
The ankle joint plays a crucial role in providing stability during movements in sports such as football. Ankle injuries are common in football and can have significant physical and psychological consequences for players and teams. Understanding the relationship between ankle function and balance can aid in developing effective preventive measures. A total of 53 football players (mean age: 19.17±3.71years) were recruited for the study. Balance was assessed using the Stork Balance Test (SBST), and function was evaluated using the Foot and Ankle Disability Index (FADI). The results indicated a strong positive correlation between fadi right and Stork right (r=0.764, p

DOI: 10.22271/kheljournal.2023.v10.i4a.3002

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