To Compare the Effect of Land and Water Based Balance Training in Functional Ankle Instability

Background: With increasing amount of leisure time and the current emphasis on the physical fitness, the incidence of sports injuries has increased dramatically. Ankle is one of the most common parts of the body to get injured during sports activities. Functional ankle instability is defined as recurrent or subjective feeling of giving way. The studies have shown that Functional Ankle Instability results in decreased ability to maintain balance & a decrease in joint position sense. Aims & Objective: The primary aim of the study is to determine the effect of water & land-based balance training in Functional Ankle Instability.