mechanics of the foot/ankle and the counterstrain kanze lab

Question 1

what are the indications for counterstrain of the ankles

Answer 1

ankle sprain or pain

Question 2

what are the symptoms of anterior talus

Answer 2

plantar flexed (restricted dorsiflexion) 
decreased posterior glide

Question 3

when can an anterior talus occur

Answer 3

after an ankle sprain or direct impatc on the distal tibia

Question 4

how do you diagnose a poseterior talus

Answer 4

dorsiflexed foot (restricted plantar flexion)

decreased anterior glide

Question 5

what are the indications for the hiss whip technique

Answer 5

cueiform
plantar dysfunction
metatarsal dysfunction

Question 6

how do you diagnose dysfunction that requires dr hiss whip technique

Answer 6

longitudinal arch and forefoot prefer pronation (will not supinate)

tender prominence on the plantar surface of the foot

plantar pain especially upon walking

Question 7

what are the indications for HVLA of the 5th metatarsal

Answer 7

pain in the 5th metatarsal after healing of an inversion ankle sprain

first rule out avulsion fracture!!