Ankle Anatomy
This bone forms the heel
What is the calcaneus?
The most common type of ankle sprain
What is a lateral ankle sprain or inversion sprain?
The first strips applied during an ankle tape job
What are anchors?
True or False you should straighten a visibly deformed ankle before splinting
What is FALSE?
True or False: You can always tell someone has a concussion because they lose consciousness
FALSE
This bone sits between the tibia/fibula and the foot
What is the talus?
This injury occurs when the foot is forced outward and twists
What is a high ankle sprain or syndesmotic sprain?
This tape is most commonly used for a traditional ankle tape job
The goal of splinting is to _______ the injured body part
What is immobilize?
Name 2 common concussion symptoms
What is headache, dizziness, nausea, confusion, sensitivity to light or noise, balance problems.
These two ligaments are most commonly injured during a lateral ankle sprain
What is ATFL and CFL?
This injury occurs when the foot is forced into eversion
What is a medial ankle sprain?
Why should tape never be wrapped too tightly
What is because it can reduce circulation or compress nerves?
Name 3 materials that can be used to make an emergency splint?
What are cardboard, SAM Splint, vacuum splint, Rolled towels, foam roller, foam, popsicle sticks, etc.
What are 2 PROS of taping vs. bracing
What are Customizability, Target specific injury, Different types of tape rigid/stretchy, Cheaper for short term, Can provide support in a pinch?
These muscles are responsible for plantarflexion
What is gastrocnemius and soleus?
A popping sound, swelling, and inability to bear weight are signs of this
What is a severe ankle sprain?
These strips help prevent inversion
What are stirrups?
Before and after applying a splint you should always check this
What is sensation, pulse, and movement?
What does CPR stand for
What is cardiopulmonary resuscitation?
These 3 muscles are the primary mover for eversion of the foot
Fibularis Longus (Peroneus)Fibularis Brevis (Peroneus) Fibularis Tertius (Peroneus)
Name 3 signs that indicate an athlete should NOT return to play after an ankle injury
What are severe pain, inability to bear weight, significant swelling, deformity, instability, or loss of motion?
The bony prominence on the outside of the foot should not be taped too tightly.
What is the base of the 5th metatarsal?
An athletes toes become cold and blue after splinting. What should you do first?
What is loosen or readjust the splint and reassess circulation?
What are 2 PROS for using the Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT)
What is Cheap testing tool, Limited supplies needed, High reliability, Great rehabilitation tool, Injury prediction?