Ankle Sprain

Question 1

articulating bones

Answer 1

tibia
fibula
talus

Question 2

ligament of ankle

Answer 2

inversion sprain:
-posterior talofibular ligament
-anterior talofibular ligament
-calcaneofibular ligament

eversion sprain:
-Deltoid ligament

Question 3

muscles

Question 4

joint type

Answer 4

hinge joint

Question 5

types of movement

Answer 5

plantar flexion
dorsi flexion
inversion
eversion

Question 6

Mechanism of injury for inversion

Answer 6

most common sprain is when inversion causes the anterior talofibular ligament and the calcaneofibular ligament to tear as they get over stretched/ extended.

Question 7

Predisposing factors

Answer 7

84% of ankle injuries are sprains
- shoe design, the inclined heel increase angle for injury
- football tackles, the surface played on.
- previous injuries - the muscles suppporting the ankle during rotation is weaker (lateral ligaments are at most risk)

Question 8

Rehabilitation

Answer 8

• proprioceptive treatment should start once initial pain and swelling has subsided.
• P.R.I.C.E
• ROM exercises in the first 72 hours after injury; stretching, strength training and balance exercises.
• avoid running
  -ankle taping or a brace can help protect the joint from further injury while its healing

Question 9

symptoms of injury

Answer 9

pain and swelling, loss of proprioception muscle strength, nerve damage

Question 10

general info (grade of sprain)

Answer 10

1- minor tear
2-partial tear
3-complete tear