Anatomy
The talus is part of the ankle/lower leg. T/F
True
What provides most support for the ankle?
Braces
What does H.O.P.S stand for?
History, Observation, Palpation, Special tests
What is the largest tendon in the human body?
Achilles tendon
Which type of sprain is more common?
Inversion
Besides braces and taping, what can also help prevent an injury to the ankle?
Proper footwear
What is palpation?
Process of using one's hands to check the body for injuries
What injury is more common in athletes above the age of 30 years old?
Achilles Tendon Rupture
What are different compartments of the leg?
Anterior, lateral, deep posterior, and superficial
What are the two ways to strengthen the ankle?
What does a history consist of? Give 3 examples.
-Ask the patient how this injury occurred.
-When did it occur?
-Location of pain?
-Has this injury happened before?
-Do you feel a burning sensation or numbness?
-Have you been taking anything for the pain and has it helped?
What type of injury is divided into 3 different categories?
Compartment Syndromes
Plantar flexion, dorsiflexion, and supination are the types of movement the foot can do. T/F
False
Neuromuscular control
What is the difference between active range of motion and passive range of motion?
-Active range of motion- the patient moves his/her joint to show level of joint flexibility/ease of movement
-Passive range of motion- you move their ankle joint for them
What type of injury can be prevented by wearing shin guards?
Shin Contusion
Which four bones make up the lower leg and ankle?
Tibia, fibula, talus, and calcaneus
When should you stretch your ankle?
Routinely before and after practice
What is one exercise to check for shin strength?
-Have the patient lean back against a wall with legs out, have him/her do about 15 fast repetitions of heel to toe exercises without bending knee. If fatigued fast, you need to strengthen the shins
What injury is usually caused by repetitive loading during training and conditioning?
Tibial/Fibula Fracture