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Assessment

Episode
3 of 4
Published
Oct 27th, 2022
Run Time
47m 37s
Topic
Simplifying the Foot & Ankle
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Episode Summary

Learn how to assess ankle and foot problems by treating the whole person, not just the injured area. Discover how to ask better questions, prioritize meaningful findings, and choose the right tests while considering the spine, comorbidities, irritability, and real-world function.

Description

The purpose of this lecture is to simplify your assessment and management of the ankle and foot, while also providing you with a better understanding of the anatomy, function, and common diagnoses of this region.

 

Learning Points / Module Objectives

Module 1: Anatomy & Function

1. Identify the relevant joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves of the ankle & foot

2. Describe muscle actions and joint movements of the ankle & foot

 

Module 2: Diagnoses

1. Explain the what, who, and why for common musculoskeletal diagnoses of the ankle & foot

2. Describe associated impairments for common musculoskeletal diagnoses of the ankle & foot

 

Module 3: Assessment

1. Determine appropriateness of care

2. Demonstrate competency in differential diagnosis process

3. Select tests & measures to identify relevant impairments

 

Module 4: Management

1. Describe management strategies for common musculoskeletal diagnoses of the ankle & foot

2. Explain rationale for exercise selection

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