High Ankle Sprain Overview
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What is the most common mechanism for a high ankle sprain?

  • Eversion
  • External rotation (correct)
  • Plantar flexion
  • Inversion

Which ligament is commonly torn in a high ankle sprain?

  • Medial collateral ligament
  • Lateral collateral ligament
  • Posterior cruciate ligament
  • Anterior tibiofibular ligament (AITFL) (correct)

What is the suggested treatment for pain and inflammation control in a high ankle sprain?

  • Immediate weight-bearing
  • High-load short-duration stretching
  • Soft tissue manipulation (STM) (correct)
  • Aggressive stretching

What is the recommended delay for weight-bearing after a high ankle sprain?

<p>Until pain decreases, typically after 2-3 weeks (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which test is commonly used for diagnosing a high ankle sprain?

<p>Syndesmotic squeeze test (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body parts are at risk for injury in high ankle sprains?

<p>Anterior tibiofibular ligament (AITFL), interosseous membrane/ligament, and deltoid ligament (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which ligament is least likely to be injured in a high ankle sprain?

<p>Deltoid ligament (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which treatment option is recommended to avoid in the early stages of a high ankle sprain recovery?

<p>Dorsiflexion mobilizations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an individual with a high ankle sprain experiences medial sided ankle tenderness, which ligament is most likely injured?

<p>Deltoid ligament (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these sports has not been associated with an increased risk of high ankle sprains?

<p>Swimming (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these clinical tests is not typically used for diagnosing a high ankle sprain?

<p>Tinel's test (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these treatment options is not typically recommended for managing a high ankle sprain?

<p>Immediate weight-bearing exercises (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is typically observed in individuals with a high ankle sprain during the recovery period?

<p>A notoriously prolonged and highly variable recovery period (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key component of the treatment plan for a high ankle sprain?

<p>Treating the involved capsular and muscular dysfunctions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Syndesmotic stabilization taping test?

<p>To determine the effectiveness of treatment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following exercises is recommended for an individual with a high ankle sprain?

<p>Low load long duration stretching with towels or straps (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the Sensory component of rehabilitation for a high ankle sprain?

<p>Enhancing balance and control (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common characteristic of Anterior lateral ankle pain in a high ankle sprain?

<p>Proximal to the AITFL (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is not the recommended approach for joint mobilization in individuals with a high ankle sprain?

<p>DF Mobilizations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which ligament injury is associated with pain patterns that include anterior lateral ankle pain proximal to it?

<p>Anterior Tibiofibular ligament (AITFL) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mechanism has NOT been described as a common cause of high ankle sprains?

<p>Varus stress (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus during the initial non-weight bearing phase of high ankle sprain rehabilitation?

<p>Pain and inflammation control (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which clinical examination test is typically positive in individuals with a high ankle sprain?

<p>Syndesmotic squeeze test (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which exercise is NOT recommended during the early stages of high ankle sprain recovery?

<p>Ankle weight-bearing exercises (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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