Abstract
Dual-task interference is a phenomenon that often results in performance tradeoffs when simultaneously completing tasks. Inconsistent results in the literature suggest an individualistic response to dual-tasking among chronic ankle instability (CAI) patients. We aim to examine the relationship between dual-task balance outcomes and patient- and clinician-oriented outcomes as well as injury characteristics in CAI patients. We identified moderate correlations between a higher number of ankle rolling instances in the past 3 months and worse balance while dual-tasking. Our results highlight the potential individualistic nature of dual-task impairments that may be masked within larger group comparisons.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 34-39 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | International Journal of Athletic Therapy and Training |
Volume | 22 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Mar 2017 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Cognitive loading
- Motor control
- Patient-reported outcomes
- Unstable ankles
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
- Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
- Rehabilitation