Lateral Ankle Sprain Quiz PDF
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This document provides information on lateral ankle sprains, grades, symptoms, and treatment options. It details the ligaments involved and the importance of RICE treatment (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation).
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Lateral ankle sprain (Grade II) (“High ankle sprain”) Condition: injury to varus stress on lateral ligament complex (Most seen in athletes, obese people) (healing time: 2-6 weeks) - Grade II sprain presentation= Significant pain on lat. ankle, incre...
Lateral ankle sprain (Grade II) (“High ankle sprain”) Condition: injury to varus stress on lateral ligament complex (Most seen in athletes, obese people) (healing time: 2-6 weeks) - Grade II sprain presentation= Significant pain on lat. ankle, increased when in PF or inversion Tenderness on lat. ankle Antalgic gait Ecchymosis Mod/ severe edema Injured areas include: ACL, CFL, PFL Anterior talofibular ligament - Purpose: resists inversion (varus) of the talus and calcaneus, ATFl becomes stretched/ great tension (taut) when in plantarflexion Calcaneofibular ligament (CFL) - Purpose: resists inversion (varus) of the talus Posterior talofibular ligament- - Purpose: resists posterior movement of the talus - Strongest of the lateral ligaments Treatments: RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) MEDS ○ NSAID- decreases inflammation ○ Acetaminophen- reduces pain Strengthing peroneal muscles, and dynamic stability After inflammation Myofascial release can be used
