BACKGROUND: Taekwondo is a modern sport from the twentieth century based on karatedo, which was introduced to Korea after World War II. The attacking techniques of taekwondo are categorized into those either using the feet (tae) or hands (kwon). The complex movements in taekwondo consist of many functional forms such as the double kick, direction-change, footwork, and roundhouse kick, and these movements are mostly adjusted and controlled by the feet. Literature has supported that as a result, there are several cases of injuries in the lower limbs of the athletes. Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) is a popular treatment for myofascial restriction. IASTM uses specially designed instruments to provide a mobilizing effect to scar tissue and myofascial adhesions. Self-myofascial release (SMR) is a popular intervention used to enhance a client’s myofascial mobility. Common SMR tools include the foam roll and various types of roller massagers. The purpose of this study is to compare the effects of IASTM and foam rolling (self myofascial release) on muscle flexibility, strength and balance in the ankle joint.

METHODOLOGY: After selection of participants they will be divided into 2 groups i.e. A and B by using chit method (with replacement). Group A will be given IASTM with conventional therapy. Group B will be given Foam rolling with conventional therapy. In conventional physiotherapy both these groups will be given the same set of exercises.

Treatment will be given 2 days per week for 4 weeks to both the groups.