Injuries
What is the most common ankle injury?
Ankle sprain
What causes arch sprains?
Overuse, being overweight, fatigue, training on hard surfaces, and wearing non-supportive shoes.
What are two symptoms of plantar fasciitis?
Pain and tenderness on the bottom of the foot.
What is the Thompson test used for?
To assess the integrity of the Achilles tendon.
What does RICE stand for?
Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation.
What are three signs of a 2nd degree ankle sprain?
Pain, swelling, and point tenderness
What activities can lead to Achilles tendonitis?
Excessive stress, instant or overuse.
What does a heel bruise feel like?
Pain in the heel area.
What does the Anterior Drawer Test assess?
The stability of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL).
What are some rehabilitation exercises for ankle sprains?
Range of motion exercises and stretching.
What causes turf toe?
Foot sliding backward on a slippery surface and forcefully hyperextending the big toe.
What causes shin splints?
Doing too much too soon, repetitive activity on hard surfaces, or tightness of the gastrocnemius and soleus muscle.
What happens with an Achilles tendon rupture?
A sudden, severe pain and the inability to plantar flex the foot.
What is the McMurray’s Test?
A test to assess for meniscus tears.
What is recommended for a fractured bone in the foot?
RICE, cast or protective boot, and possibly surgery.
What is a common treatment for plantar fasciitis?
Correcting training errors, icing, and wearing shoes with more arch support.
What is the main cause of muscle cramps?
Unknown, but factors include fatigue, dehydration, and lack of nutrients in the diet.
What indicates a meniscus tear?
The knee feels like it’s locking or giving out.
What does a positive Valgus Stress Test indicate?
Medial collateral ligament (MCL) injury.
What is a common treatment for bursitis?
RICE and anti-inflammatories.
What is a heel spur?
A bony growth on the calcaneus that causes painful inflammation of the surrounding tissue.
What can lead to a stress fracture?
Repetitive activity and overuse.
What is a common symptom of a fracture?
Inability to bear weight and swelling.
How do you perform the Apley’s Compression Test?
Position the patient prone with the affected leg flexed to 90 degrees and apply pressure while rotating the leg.
What is the purpose of using a heel cup?
To provide additional arch support and reduce strain on the plantar fascia.