Ankle Sprain Viva Voce PDF
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These notes discuss ankle sprains, including anatomy, mechanisms of injury, predisposing factors, and rehabilitation methods such as taping and balance board exercises. The document also mentions surgery as a treatment option for severe sprains.
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**[Ankle sprain]** ------------------------------ ### **[Anatomy]** A tear in the ligaments outside of the ankle - (**anterior Talo-fibular ligament** and **calcaneofibular ligament**) - Can be **partially** or **completely ruptured** ### **[Mechanisms]** Landing or stepping on the foo...
**[Ankle sprain]** ------------------------------ ### **[Anatomy]** A tear in the ligaments outside of the ankle - (**anterior Talo-fibular ligament** and **calcaneofibular ligament**) - Can be **partially** or **completely ruptured** ### **[Mechanisms]** Landing or stepping on the foot in an **inverted position** (plantarflexed, internally rotated, supinated) - causing overload on ligaments **increasing strain** ### **[Predisposing factors]** - **12-24 months prior injury** - **Postural sway** - **Height and weight** - **Muscle strength** - **Foot size** ### **[Rehab] / [treatment]** **Taping / bracing for up to 12 months after injury** - Involving wrapping ankle in (sometimes **protective**) wears to help recover from injury **Balance board training program** - Doing certain exercises on a balance board - Increases **ankle strength** and **stability** and reestablishes **mobility** - Surgery only for **severe sprains**
