Foot and Ankle Massage - Class 6 Flashcards
indications (1)
arthritis
bursitis
healed fxs
s/p cast
s/p surgical intervention*
post op scar
indications (2)
amputation
peripheral nerve injury
tarsal tunnel
sprains/strains
tendinitis
plantar fasciitis
post tendon repair
s/p surgical intervention
per MD precautions
contraindications (1)
acute injury
open wound in area
rash
CHF*
hyperesthesia/undiagnosed systemic pain
contraindications (2)
phlebitis
DVT
active gout
over varicose veins
muscle rupture
bleeding disorders
CHF –> contraindications
watch for pitting edema
bony regions involved in foot and ankle massage
greater trochanter
patella
tibia
fibula
medial and lateral malleoli
metatarsals
digits
calcaneus
soft tissue regions involved in foot and ankle massage (1)
quadriceps femoris
hamstrings
pes anserine*
gastrocnemius/achilles
tibialis anterior
flibularis longus and brevis
soft tissue regions involved in foot and ankle massage (2)
extensor digitorum
IT band
soleus
tibialis posterior
plantar fascia
pes anserine –> soft tissue regions
tendon formed by the semitendinosus, sartorius and gracilis
