Ankle Inversion

Question 1

MOI

Answer 1

• Planter flexion, inversion & adduction of the foot and ankle. - Trauma (Stepping off a curb).

Question 2

Anatomical structures - Ligaments 3

Answer 2

1. Anterior Talofibular
2. Calcaneofibular
3. Posterior talofibular

Question 3

Management

Answer 3

ACUTE: RICE, immobilize in neutral or in slight dorsiflexion & eversion.
SUBACUTE:
*Splint during PWB to protect ligament.
*NWB AROM (dorsi/planter/inversion/eversion)
* Progress to strengthening with in restricted ROM.
*Wear splints & balance ex. in partial WB
FUNCTION PHASE: Strengthening, balance, sports + wear ankle splint or tape.

Question 4

Anatomical structure - Bones 3

Answer 4

1. Talus
2. Fibula
3. Calcaneous