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May 8, 2026Open Access

Effects of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) on Balance, Functional Performance, and Neurocognitive Function in Males with Chronic Ankle Instability: Study Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial

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SASara Asadi AbadiASAzadeh ShadmehrZSZeinab Shiravi

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Overview

Randomized trial evaluates tDCS effects on balance and neurocognitive function in chronic ankle instability, suggesting new therapeutic options.

Key Points

  • The aim is to assess the impacts of anodal tDCS combined with exercise on balance and neurocognitive function in individuals with chronic ankle instability.
  • Randomized, sham-controlled, single-blind clinical trial design with 20 participants (n=10 per group).
  • Two groups: anodal tDCS plus exercise vs. sham tDCS plus exercise, with 12 total sessions.
  • Assessments of self-reported outcomes, balance, functional performance, and neurocognitive function conducted at baseline, mid-intervention, and post-intervention.
  • Primary results are anticipated to show superior postural balance and neurocognitive reaction time improvements with a-tDCS compared to the sham group.
  • It is hypothesized that tDCS will enhance neural plasticity, amplifying functional gains from exercise.
  • The study aims to establish tDCS as an effective complementary intervention in musculoskeletal rehabilitation.

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Abadi et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69fd7e5cbfa21ec5bbf069c0https://doi.org/10.30476/jrsr.2025.103980.1519
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