Turf Toe
What is the treatment?
RICE
Which bone usually breaks
What is the least commonly sprained ligament?
Posterior Talofibular Ligament
What does Bursa's in the body help aliviate?
Friction between bones, skin, and tendons
How much force can it withstand?
Up to 1,100 lbs
What is the MOI?
The big toe is forced upward too far (hyperextension)
Which bone acts as the hammer driving up
Talus
What is a grade 3 sprain?
A complete tear, instability, severe pain, causes a pop sensation
What is the most common MOI for bursitis?
Overuse/ repetitive motion
Which tarsal does it connect to?
Calcaneus
Where did the name “turf toe” come from?
It became common when athletes started playing on artificial turf.
What is the most common MOI
Car crash
What is the best protection to reduce swelling and speeding up recovery?
An air stirrup or lace brace
Which tendon in the ankle is most commonly irritated with bursitis?
Achilles tendon
What is a sign of a full rupture?
Popping noise, sharp pain, inability to walk
What metatarsal is affected?
The first metatarsophalangeal of big toe
Why is it called "pilon"
It is from a French word meaning a pestle (like acrushing tool)
Is ice or heat better for returning patients to full activity.
Ice
Corticosteroid injections
What movements does it allow?
Running, jumping, walking
What is the main sign?
Pain with upward bending, swelling, bruising, and in severe cases, deformity
What is the Tibial Plafond
The horizontal, distal articular surface of the tibia that forms the roof of the ankle joint, articulating with the talus
When should the patient begin ankle exercises?
Week 2+
What is the name of the bursa most often involved in ankle bursitis?
Retrocalcaneal bursa
What is the difference between Tendonitis, Tendonosis and Tendinopathy?
Tendonitis: Short-term inflammation of the tendon
Tendonosis: Degeneration of the tendon due to improper rehabilitation of the tendon
Tendinopathy: Umbrella term for injuries to the tendon