Relationship between Ankle-Foot Swelling and Self-Assessed Function after Ankle Sprain

Man, Ivy O. W.; Morrissey, Matthew C.

doi:10.1249/01.mss.0000155435.10686.04

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“…Swelling magnitude does not correlate with self-reported function after acute ankle sprain. 84 Quantification of swelling with a figure-8 measure of ankle girth or water volumetrics may be useful in tracking changes over the course of injury recovery. Additionally, ascertaining if the athlete was able to bear weight or continue playing before reporting the injury is important in helping to rule out a fracture.…”

Section: Background and Literature Review Physical Examinationmentioning

confidence: 99%

National Athletic Trainers' Association Position Statement: Conservative Management and Prevention of Ankle Sprains in Athletes

Kaminski

Hertel

Amendola

et al. 2013

Journal of Athletic Training

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Objective: To present recommendations for athletic trainers and other allied health care professionals in the conservative management and prevention of ankle sprains in athletes.Background: Because ankle sprains are a common and often disabling injury in athletes, athletic trainers and other sports health care professionals must be able to implement the most current and evidence-supported treatment strategies to ensure safe and rapid return to play. Equally important is initiating preventive measures to mitigate both first-time sprains and the chance of reinjury. Therefore, considerations for appropriate preventive measures (including taping and bracing), initial assessment, both short-and long-term management strategies, return-to-play guidelines, and recommendations for syndesmotic ankle sprains and chronic ankle instability are presented.Recommendations: The recommendations included in this position statement are intended to provide athletic trainers and other sports health care professionals with guidelines and criteria to deliver the best health care possible for the prevention and management of ankle sprains. An endorsement as to best practice is made whenever evidence supporting the recommendation is available.

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Section: Background and Literature Review Physical Examinationmentioning

confidence: 99%

National Athletic Trainers' Association Position Statement: Conservative Management and Prevention of Ankle Sprains in Athletes

Kaminski

Hertel

Amendola

et al. 2013

Journal of Athletic Training

213

233

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“…Clinical stability tests to assess ligamentous disruption of the collateral ligaments are best performed between 4 and 7 days after the injury, when the acute pain and swelling are diminished and the patient is able to relax during the examination [1,9,21,27]. The anterior drawer test and the talar tilt test are speci ic for assessing the integrity of the ATFL, and the CFL respectively.…”

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The epidemiology, evaluation, and assessment of lateral ankle sprains in athletes

Cavazos¹,

Harkless²

2021

J Sports Med Ther

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Approximately 30,000 ankle injuries occur every day in the United States. With the incidence estimated at more than 3 million a year and at a rate of 2.15/1,000 in the U.S. alone, medical specialists and other healthcare providers caring for the foot and ankle must take notice. Despite the millions of ankle injuries sustained annually, the true incidence may be underestimated, as fewer than half of individuals with ankle sprains seek medical attention from healthcare professionals. The economic burden associated with the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment is close to $4 billion annually. Ankle sprains account for half of all sports injuries and remains a difficult diagnostic and therapeutic challenge in the athlete. Accurate diagnosis is critical as 40% of ankle sprains are misdiagnosed or poorly treated leading to chronic ankle pain and disability. Implementing evidence supported diagnostic and treatment strategies is the goal for ensuring safe and rapid return to play. The Lateral Ankle Sprain (LAS) is among the most common type of ankle sprains suffered during athletic activities. Up to 80% of LAS are of the inversion type, and 75% lead to recurrence and instability. Although most individuals experiencing a LAS return to activity within six weeks, many report continued pain, diminished function, and instability. The purpose of this review is to highlight the epidemiology, pathoetiology, pathoanatomy, and biomechanics of the LAS, enabling sports physicians to implement the best practice guidelines and protocols to manage this common enigma.

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“…Elevation of the injured extremity so the ankle is positioned above the level of the heart promotes a reduction in swelling by assisting lymphatic drainage. 57 Although the degree of post-injury swelling is not necessarily correlated with measures of function, [59][60][61] ankle effusion does alter neuromuscular function in the leg. [62][63][64] Therefore, it is crucial that dancers who experience ankle sprains receive appropriate acute care and follow-up treatment.…”

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Acute Ankle Sprain in Dancers

Russell

2010

Journal of Dance Medicine & Science

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Ankle sprain is a common injury in dancers. Because of the relative frequency of this injury and its wide acceptance as a likely part of an active lifestyle, in many individuals it may not receive the careful attention it deserves. An extreme ankle range of motion and excellent ankle stability are fundamental to success in dance. Hence, following a proper treatment protocol is crucial for allowing a dancer who suffers an ankle sprain to return to dance as soon as possible without impaired function. This article reviews the basic principles of the etiology and management of ankle sprain in dancers. Key concepts are on-site examination and treatment, early restoration, dance-specific rehabilitation, and a carefully administered safe return to dance. Additionally, injuries that may occur in conjunction with ankle sprain are highlighted, and practical, clinically relevant summary concepts for dance healthcare professionals, dance scientists, dance teachers, and dancers are provided.

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Relationship between Ankle-Foot Swelling and Self-Assessed Function after Ankle Sprain

Abstract: The results indicate that there is no relationship between ankle-foot swelling and self-assessed ankle function in the early period after ankle sprain injury.

Cited by 12 publications

References 12 publications

National Athletic Trainers' Association Position Statement: Conservative Management and Prevention of Ankle Sprains in Athletes

National Athletic Trainers' Association Position Statement: Conservative Management and Prevention of Ankle Sprains in Athletes

The epidemiology, evaluation, and assessment of lateral ankle sprains in athletes

Acute Ankle Sprain in Dancers

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