Lateral ankle sprain Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Ligament sprains
A
Overstretching to the lateral ligaments of the ankle
2
Q
Signs and symptoms
A
- Pain get when weight bearing
- Swelling and tenderness
- Bruising and skin discolouration
- Instability in ankle joint
- Passive inversion and eversion
- Joint laxity
3
Q
Treatment for ankle sprain
A
- Immediate management, effleurage above the area
- Gentle frictions during proliferation
- Taping and strapping
4
Q
Post care advice
A
- Early mobility
- Weight bearing as soon as possible
5
Q
Special tests
A
- Thompson test
- Knee-to-wall test
