Speed Up Ankle Sprain Recovery: Essential Manual Therapy Techniques for Physiotherapists!

By dpope2020

August 11, 2023

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Speed Up Ankle Sprain Recovery: Essential Manual Therapy Techniques for Physiotherapists!

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In today's episode we go over How to Speed Up Ankle Sprain Recovery with Essential Manual Therapy Techniques for Physiotherapists!

Welcome coaches and clinicians to another video!

Struggling with persistent pain and limited range of motion in lateral ankle sprain cases? Discover evidence-backed manual therapy techniques that can make a real difference.

In today's video, we dive into game-changing methods for rapid pain relief and functional improvement.

  • πŸ” Are your lateral ankle sprain patients facing stubborn discomfort? 
  • πŸ€• Unlock the secrets to faster healing and enhanced mobility with this comprehensive guide tailored for physiotherapists.
  • πŸ‹οΈβ€β™‚οΈJoin us as we dissect a groundbreaking study, revealing the potency of combining manual therapy techniques with targeted exercises. Say goodbye to limitations and hello to accelerated recovery!

πŸ“‹ In this video:

  • 1) Long Axis Distraction: Easing pain and enhancing range of motion.
  • 2) Anterior to Posterior Mobilization: Unleash the potential of the talo-crural joint.
  • 3) Belt-Assisted Mobilization: Harness the power of posterior and anterior forces for optimal results.
  • 4) Lateral Glide: Precise targeting for subtalar joint relief.
  • 5) Proximal Tib-Fib Mobilization: Safe manipulation for lateral stability.
  • 6) Distal Tib-Fib Mobilization: Techniques for effective healing.

Mob those ankles!

- Dan Pope DPT,OCS,CSCS

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Dan Pope DPT, OCS, CSCS

References: 

  1. Link: https://www.jospt.org/doi/10.2519/jospt.2013.4792 Cleland JA, Mintken PE, McDevitt A, Bieniek ML, Carpenter KJ, Kulp K, Whitman JM. Manual physical therapy and exercise versus supervised home exercise in the management of patients with inversion ankle sprain: a multicenter randomized clinical trial. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 2013;43(7):443-55. doi: 10.2519/jospt.2013.4792. Epub 2013 Apr 29. PMID: 23628755.