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This review aims to explore the relationship between ligamentous ankle injuries and neurocognitive performance, focusing on chronic ankle instability.

February 27, 2026Sports Medicine - Open2 citationsOpen Access

Neurocognitive Deficits Related to Ligamentous Ankle Injuries: A Systematic Review

HCHortense CorlùyVrije Universiteit Brussel ESEmilie SchampheleerVrije Universiteit Brussel AMAlexandre MaricotVrije Universiteit Brussel

Key Points

This review aims to explore the relationship between ligamentous ankle injuries and neurocognitive performance, focusing on chronic ankle instability.
Conducted a systematic review of existing literature
Analyzed associations between ankle injuries and cognitive performance
Focused on studies involving chronic ankle instability
Found evidence suggesting a link between ankle injuries and cognitive deficits
Indicated that chronic ankle instability may be particularly relevant
Highlighted the need for further research to establish causal relationships

Abstract

This review underscores the association between ligamentous ankle injuries, particularly in CAI, and neurocognitive performance, although more research is needed to unravel the causal direction.

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