An anterior talofibular ligament sprain is the most common of the ligament injuries that can occur as part of the lateral ligament complex injuries. The injuries can comprise either soft tissue tears, avulsion fractures, or both. Sprain of the anterior tibiotalar ligament This is an uncommon injury, caused by pure plantarflexion stress. The chronic aching…
Pathology of Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle STAGE 1 – pre-clinical STAGE 2 – synovial STAGE 3 – destruction Anatomy Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Ligaments Causes of Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Important factors in the evolution of RA are: Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Mostly clinical: Investigation 1. FBC-…
What is an Ankle lateral ligament injury? Anatomy-related Ankle lateral ligament injury Bones: The bones that make up the ankle joint include the distal tibia and fibula (the medial and lateral malleolus, respectively) and the talus. Joints: Muscles: The following muscles are involved in moving the ankle joint: Innervation: Risk factors: Diagnosis of Ankle lateral…
Introduction: Wherever skin, muscles, or tendons need to slide over the bone is home to bursae. A bursa (singular) is a sac made of thin, slippery tissue. They could be compared to a blister as they are lubricated with a small amount of fluid inside their outer layer. A healthy bursa helps reduce friction created…
INTRODUCTION: A brachial plexus injury (BPI), also known as brachial plexus lesion, is an injury to the brachial plexus, the network of nerves that conducts signals from the spinal cord to the shoulder, arm and hand. These nerves originate in the fifth, sixth, seventh and eighth cervical (C5–C8), and first thoracic (T1) spinal nerves, and…
Anatomy-related syndesmotic ankle sprain Articulating Surfaces: INTEROSSEUS MEMBRANE: SYNDESMOSIS LIGAMENT Clinical conditions: ANKLE SYNDESMOSIS INJURY Etiology of syndesmotic ankle sprain Clinical Presentation of syndesmotic ankle sprain Examination Observation Special Testing 2. Squeeze Test 3. Cotton Test Physiotherapy management of syndesmotic ankle sprain 1.) Calf Stretch with Step 2.) Calf Strengthening Exercise 3.) Lunging Calf Stretch…
Introduction In many areas of the body, muscles and tendons must slide over and against one another during movement. At each of these places, a small sac of lubricating fluid helps the muscles and tendons move properly. One of these places is the hip. Usually, these sacs of fluid, called bursae, function to reduce friction,…
Ankle joint anatomy Articulating Surfaces Ligaments Movements and Muscles Involved History for Ankle and foot examination Background Information Observation in Ankle and foot examination Deformities Forefoot Varus Standing and Weight-bearing: Palpation Ankle and foot examination Examination in Ankle and foot examination Gait Analysis Range of Motion Range of Motion Ankle motion Check the range of…
What is an Iliopsoas Bursitis? Iliopsoas bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa located beneath the iliopsoas muscle. This muscle is located in front of the hip. A bursa is a fluid-filled sac between bones, muscles, tendons, and skin. It provides a cushion between tissue to decrease friction and irritation. Definition/Description A Bursitis is an…
Ankle arthroplasty is when the ankle joint (Talocrural Joint) is replaced with prosthetic components comprised of polyethylene and metal and is preferred to ankle arthrodesis (fusion) as A range of movement and function a not compromised. Main objectives of the arthroplasty are to Replicate ROM of the talocrural joint Function well under weight-bearing Be wear-resistant…
