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Ankle DorsiflexionNCT07493083

Acute Effects of Posterior Talar Glide Mobilization

A study testing Posterior Talar Glide Mobilization in people with Ankle Dorsiflexion and Mobilization, run by Hasan Kalyoncu University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).

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Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

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Trial summary

The aim of this study is to evaluate the acute effects of posterior talar glide mobilisation on dorsiflexion range of motion wieght bearing (measured using the Weight-Bearing Lunge Test) and walking speed, using a randomised, sham-controlled study design. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 to 65 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
What is being tested?
Posterior Talar Glide Mobilization
Could I receive a placebo?
Yes, some participants may receive a placebo
How many people
60 participants
Where
1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
Study dates
20 Mar 2026to 30 May 2026
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 to 65 years
  • All sexes
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • Participants aged between 18 and 65,
  • Participants who have agreed to take part in the study on a voluntary basis,
  • Participants with no history of lower limb surgery

Who cannot join

  • Those with acute ankle pain or inflammation,
  • Those with ankle instability,
  • Those with a history of lower limb surgery within the last 6 months,
  • Those with balance or vestibular disorders,
  • Those with chronic conditions,

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

Turkey (Türkiye)1 site
  • Hasan Kalyoncu University

    Gaziantep, Şahinbey, 27000

Other trials in Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

Official title: The Acute Effect of Posterior Talar Glide Mobilization on Weight Bearing Dorsiflexion Range of Motion and Walking Speed : A Randomized Sham-Controlled Trial

The aim of this study is to evaluate the acute effects of posterior talar glide mobilisation on dorsiflexion range of motion wieght bearing (measured using the Weight-Bearing Lunge Test) and walking speed, using a randomised, sham-controlled study design.

Read the detailed description

Walking is a fundamental component of daily living activities and depends on adequate range of motion and coordination in the lower limb joints. The ankle joint plays a significant role in regulating stride length and walking speed by allowing the tibia to move forward, particularly during the stance phase of the gait cycle. In this process, sufficient ankle dorsiflexion range of motion is considered critical for maintaining a functional and fluid walking pattern. It has been reported that measurements taken under load (weight-bearing dorsiflexion) better reflect functional activities when assessing ankle dorsiflexion range of motion. The Weight-Bearing Lunge Test (WBLT) is a valid and reliable method widely preferred in clinical practice, enabling the assessment of ankle dorsiflexion range under load. It is thought that restricted dorsiflexion range under load may lead to compensatory mechanisms such as early heel lift, reduced step length and decreased walking speed during walking. However, it appears that the relationship between ankle dorsiflexion range of motion under load and walking speed in healthy individuals has not been sufficiently clarified. From the perspective of talocrural joint mechanics, the talus bone must perform a posterior glide movement during dorsiflexion. Restriction in this posterior glide movement is considered one of the mechanical factors limiting dorsiflexion range. Posterior talar glide mobilisations are among the non-invasive manual therapy approaches frequently used in clinical practice, aimed at improving talocrural joint mechanics and increasing dorsiflexion range. Whilst studies examining the acute effects of these mobilisations on dorsiflexion range of motion exist in the literature, findings regarding whether this mechanical change is reflected in walking speed-a functional outcome-are limited. Therefore, establishing the relationship between ankle dorsiflexion range of motion under load and walking speed, and evaluating the acute effects of posterior talar glide mobilisation on these mechanical parameters using a sham-controlled design, is of importance from both clinical and biomechanical perspectives. The aim of this study is to evaluate the acute effects of posterior talar glide mobilisation on ankle dorsiflexion range of motion weight bearing (measured using the Weight-Bearing Lunge Test) and walking speed, using a randomised, sham-controlled study design.

Being tested
Posterior Talar Glide Mobilization, Sham Group
Keywords
ankle mobility, talar mobilization, range of motion, walking speed

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Posterior Talar Glide MobilizationOther

    Movement Combined with Weight-Shifting Mobilisation The therapist applies a continuous posteroanterior gliding force to the tibia via the strap by shifting their weight backwards. This technique functionally mimics the posterior gliding mechanism of the talus. The patient is asked to perform a slow dorsiflexion to the end of their range of motion. During this, the therapist maintains the posterior gliding force on the talus. Once the end point is reached, the gliding force is maintained for 10 seconds. One set of 10 repetitions of mobilisation is performed.

    • Movement Combined with Mobilisation Without Weight Shifting The participant lies supine with the tibia in contact with the treatment table, whilst the foot and ankle are left free at the edge of the table. The ankle is stabilised with a non-elastic band, and the therapist applies posterior glide to the talus.
  • Sham GroupOther

    Both mobilisation techniques and positions were explained to the participants; however, although the therapist assumed the glide position, no sliding movement was performed, and the participants were held in that position for 10 seconds.

    Posterior talar glide mobilisation and dorsiflexion measurements were performed on both the affected and unaffected ankles. All measurements will be repeated three times each-before and after treatment-and the average values will be recorded.

Study groups in NCT07493083
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Mobilization GroupExperimentalMovement Combined with Weight-Shifting Mobilisation: A non-elastic band is secured between the patient's distal leg and the therapist's waist. Mobilisation begins with the patient standing in a comfortable upright position. The therapist applies a continuous posteroanterior gliding force to the tibia via the band by shifting their weight backwards. This technique functionally mimics the posterior glide mechanism of the talus. The participant is asked to perform a slow dorsiflexion to the end of the range of motion. During this, the therapist maintains the posterior glide stimulus on the talus. Once the end point is reached, the glide force is maintained for 10 seconds. One set of 10 repetitions of mobilisation is performed. - Movement Combined with Mobilisation Without Weight-bearing The ankle is stabilised using a non-elastic band, and the therapist applies a posterior glide to the talus. During the posterior glide, the foot is supported by the forearm or leg.
Receives: Other: Posterior Talar Glide Mobilization
Sham GroupSham comparatorBoth mobilisation techniques and positions were explained to the participants; however, although the therapist positioned the ankle in the glide position, no sliding movement was performed, and the ankle was held in that position for 10 seconds. Posterior talar glide mobilisation and dorsiflexion measurements were performed on both the affected and unaffected ankles. All measurements will be repeated three times-once before and three times after treatment-and the average values will be recorded.
Receives: Other: Sham Group

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Weight Bearing Lunge Testi

    The WBLT is a valid and reliable clinical measurement method widely used to identify dorsiflexion restrictions, particularly in individuals with chronic ankle instability, and to monitor changes occurring during the rehabilitation process. Its concurrent validity has been demonstrated in the literature using both angular and distance-based measurement methods. During measurement, the maximum lunge distance between the big toe and the wall will be recorded in centimetres using a standard tape measure fixed to the floor. Participants will undergo bilateral assessment during the test. Participants will be asked to touch the wall with their knees without lifting their heels off the ground. A vertical reference line on the floor will be used to minimise subtalar joint compensation and ensure measurement standardisation. The contralateral limb will be positioned comfortably behind the tested limb, and participants will be permitted to place their hands on the wall for balance.

    Measured: through of the study, average 1 day

  2. 10-meter walk test

    The test is a valid and reliable assessment method widely used in clinical and research settings to measure an individual's walking speed over a short distance. The test will be conducted on a flat, non-slip surface. The total walking distance will be set at 14 metres; the first 2 metres will be designated as an acceleration zone, the final 2 metres as a deceleration zone, and the middle 10-metre section as the measurement zone. Participants will be asked to walk the specified distance at a natural walking speed that feels comfortable to them. The measurement will be taken by recording the time elapsed from the moment the participant enters the central 10-metre section until the moment they exit it, using a stopwatch to record the time in seconds. The test will be repeated three times, and the average of the measurements will be used in the analysis.

    Measured: through of the study, average 1 day

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted25 Mar 2026
  2. Study start20 Mar 2026
  3. Primary completion30 Apr 2026
  4. Study completion30 May 2026

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Model description
In this study, which will examine the acute effects of posterior talar glide mobilisation, participants will be randomly assigned to two groups. A simple random sampling method will be used. Participants' names will be written on sealed envelopes and assigned to groups via a lottery system. One group will be the Intervention group, whilst the other will be the Sham group. Participants in both groups will be assessed twice: at baseline and at the end of the intervention.
Masking
Single blind
Who is masked
Outcomes assessor
Enrolment
60 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT07493083
Sponsor's protocol ID
2026/044
Status last verified
Mar 2026
First submitted
19 Mar 2026
Last updated
23 Sep 2026
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
Yes
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No

Publications

  • Hall EA, Docherty CL. Validity of clinical outcome measures to evaluate ankle range of motion during the weight-bearing lunge test. J Sci Med Sport. 2017 Jul;20(7):618-621. doi: 10.1016/j.jsams.2016.11.001. Epub 2016 Nov 23.

    PubMed 28108266
  • Saito Y, Nakamura S, Tanaka A, Watanabe R, Narimatsu H, Chung UI. Evaluation of the validity and reliability of the 10-meter walk test using a smartphone application among Japanese older adults. Front Sports Act Living. 2022 Oct 4;4:904924. doi: 10.3389/fspor.2022.904924. eCollection 2022.

    PubMed 36267485
  • Bennell KL, Talbot RC, Wajswelner H, Techovanich W, Kelly DH, Hall AJ. Intra-rater and inter-rater reliability of a weight-bearing lunge measure of ankle dorsiflexion. Aust J Physiother. 1998;44(3):175-180. doi: 10.1016/s0004-9514(14)60377-9.

    PubMed 11676731
  • Chisholm MD, Birmingham TB, Brown J, Macdermid J, Chesworth BM. Reliability and validity of a weight-bearing measure of ankle dorsiflexion range of motion. Physiother Can. 2012 Fall;64(4):347-55. doi: 10.3138/ptc.2011-41.

    PubMed 23997389
  • Vicenzino B, Branjerdporn M, Teys P, Jordan K. Initial changes in posterior talar glide and dorsiflexion of the ankle after mobilization with movement in individuals with recurrent ankle sprain. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2006 Jul;36(7):464-71. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2006.2265.

    PubMed 16881463

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing Posterior Talar Glide Mobilization in people with Ankle Dorsiflexion and Mobilization, run by Hasan Kalyoncu University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 3 inclusion and 5 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 23 Sep 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. Some participants in this study may receive a placebo. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Weight Bearing Lunge Testi (time frame: through of the study, average 1 day). The study lists 2 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT07493083, which also lists 5 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 23 Sep 2026.

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