Common Injuries of the Ankle

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MOI
________: forced dorsiflexion and rotation of the ankle at the talar dome that causes separation of the tibia and fibula.
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Chronic
________ is typically found in runners and causes pain and muscle ischemia during activity and then subsides once the activity is ceased.
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ATF
________: first to be injured because it is the weakest of the three ligaments due to its anterior position.
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Compartment Syndrome
________ may occur either through acute trauma or chronic overuse.
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loss of oxygen
The compression causes a(n) ________ to the muscle which can result in tissue death and serious complication.
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Tibia Fracture
________: can be very serious and debilitating due to its status as the primary weight bearing bone.
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talar dome
The talus will tear the supporting ligaments and often fractures either or both of the malleoli because the ________ is forcibly removed from its normal position.
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Fibula Fracture
________: most common seen in sport activities.
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MOI
________: when ankle is forcibly moved into inversion and plantarflexion.
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MOI
________: increase in fluid pressure within the facial tissue that then compresses the muscles, nerves and blood vessels.
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MOI
________: Direct force against bone or indirect abuse such as twisting motion.
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MOI
________: occurs as a result of a sudden increase in duration of intensity of training.
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MOI
________: twisting motion during full weight bearing, ankle sprain mechanism.
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