Ankle Sprain Flashcards
1
Q
Ankle Sprain
A
stretch of the ankle ligaments
2
Q
cause
A
high energy injury
twist
3
Q
types
A
low risk - no syndesmosis involved
high risk - syndesmosis involved
4
Q
investigations
A
x-ray - fractures, according to the Ottawa rules
MRI - ligaments
5
Q
how are sprains graded
A
1 - micro tear or stretch of ligament, slight swelling
2 - partial tear, swelling, slight pain while weight bearing
3 - complete tear, swelling, painful to weight bear
6
Q
management of low risk
A
Rest Ice Compression Elevation Analgesia walking aids physio surgery
7
Q
management of high risk
A
cast
operative fixation
