title: The effects of a strategic strength resistance exercise program on the isokinetic muscular function of the ankle.
abstract: [Purpose] The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of a strategic strength resistance exercise program on the isokinetic muscular function of the ankle joint. [Subjects] This study included 22 males in their twenties who were diagnosed with functional injury of the ankle joint. [Methods] To strengthen plantar flexion and dorsiflexion of the ankle joint, 8 weeks of weight, resistance band, and plyometric training, and training using props were performed. [Results] A medical examination by interview indicated that pain, swelling, instability, running, and support capacity of the ankle joint significantly improved with the strategic strength resistance exercise program. For the isokinetic peak torque of the ankles, significant differences were observed in right plantar flexion and bilateral dorsiflexion. [Conclusion] The strategic strength resistance exercise program is highly recommended for the functional stability of the ankle joint. Efficient exercise therapy is useful for muscle damage prevention, muscle strengthening, and functional interventions.
authors.affiliation: Sport Science Institute, Incheon National University, Republic of Korea.
authors.forename: Kyoung-Kyu
authors.initials: KK
authors.lastname: Jeon
authors.affiliation: Department of Physical Education, College of Education, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, Republic of Korea.
authors.forename: Tae-Young
authors.initials: TY
authors.lastname: Kim
authors.affiliation: Department of Physical Education, College of Education, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, Republic of Korea.
authors.forename: Sang-Ho
authors.initials: SH
authors.lastname: Lee
keywords: Ankle joint; Isokinetic; Muscular function