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...portant for the prevention of ligamentous injuries at the [[Ankle and Foot|ankle]]. ...joint angle, and contraction velocity can alter the expression of muscular strength.

To plantarflex and invert the [[Ankle & Foot|ankle]]. It also plays an important role in stabilising the medial longitudinal [ ...and function with specific reference to electromyographic studies. J Foot Ankle Res. 2009;2:24. doi: 10.1186/1757-1146-2-24. </ref>.

[[File:Figure 3-Ankle ligaments.PNG|thumb|363x363px|Ankle tendon attachment]] ...are more sensitive to these type of fractures than others, such as at the ankle which mostly occurs at the lateral aspect of the medial malleolus or in the

...Stöggl T. Tissue flossing as a recovery tool for the lower extremity after strength endurance intervals. Sportverletzung Sportschaden: Organ der Gesellschaft f ...<ref name=":0">Driller MW, Overmayer RG. The effects of tissue flossing on ankle range of motion and jump performance. Physical Therapy in Sport. 2017 May 1

...ain (CKC) [[Therapeutic Exercise|exercises]] or closed chain exercises are exercises or movements where the distal aspect of the extremity is fixed to an object ...med.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24259825/ The Effect of Open and Closed Kinetic Chain Exercises on Dynamic Balance Ability of Normal Healthy Adults]. J Phys Ther Sci. 2013

...the metatarsophalangeal joint. Aids with plantarflexion of the foot at the ankle.&nbsp; When the ankle is plantarflexed, the muscle is unable to perform its flexion action of the

.../pmc/articles/PMC5963550/#B18 Gluteus medius and minimus muscle structure, strength, and function in healthy adults: brief report.] Physiotherapy Canada. 2017; ...in in the [[Lumbar Anatomy|lumbar spine]] and ends at the [[Ankle and Foot|ankle]], following a similar pain pathway of [[Sciatic Nerve|sciatic nerve]] but

...n.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deltoid_ligament#/media/File:Gray354.png|thumb|Medial Ankle Ligament]] ...www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK545158/ Anatomy, Bony Pelvis and Lower Limb, Ankle Joint.] 2020 Aug 16. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatP

...le to: avoid injurious falls; to prevent sports injuries especially to the ankle and knee and for rehabilitation.<ref>Wikipedia. [https://en.wikipedia.org ...ts of balance training using wobble boards in the elderly]. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research. 2011 Sep 1;25(9):2616-22. Available from: https://

*Tibialis anterior is the primary dorsiflexor of the [[Ankle & Foot|ankle]] with synergistic action of [[Extensor Hallucis Longus|extensor hallicus l ...one of the muscles that tend to be inhibited and underactive<ref>Advantage strength. Therapy Thursday: You’ve been crossed over. Available from: http://advan

[[File:Ankle-Sprains.jpg|right|frameless|460x460px]] ...of bone with it on injury). The image shows an example of a sprain of the ankle.

...s a week by the older adult in the home, outpatient, or community setting. Exercises can be done individually or in a group setting. Studies demonstrate OEP par ...(PT) assess and prescribe the initial exercises. The older adult does the exercises independently three times a week and completes a series of 4 visits with th

...and laterally extending from her ankle up to her mid-calf region, a stiff ankle and an oedematous foot. It was initially presumed that this was the type of *Wound on medical and lateral side of ankle extending 15cm up leg

...understanding the implications will help you design [[Therapeutic Exercise|exercises]] that are more efficient and less injurious. Both active and passive insuf ...the muscle is elongated to long lengths during normal [[Strength Training|strength training]], and also during eccentric training.<ref>Askinglot Length tensio

...e side of the tendinopathy . Some movements you may be asked to do include ankle dorsiflexion and heel raises <br> == Exercises ==

== Strength Training in Evidence == ...ance training has been found to improve muscle [[Strength and Conditioning|strength]]<ref>Royal College of Physicians Intercollegiate Stroke Working Party. ''N

...netic chain exercises provide their own benefits. The key advantage of OKC exercises is their capability to isolate a specific muscle. === Use of OKC VS CKC Exercises===

...sure to different experiences and movements will influence the make-up and strength of neural signals in the central nervous system. This is referred to experi *Improve muscle activation and [[Muscle Strength Testing|strength]]

...ular cartilage may occur. One example of this is a Tillaux fracture of the ankle, which is a fracture of the anterolateral aspect of the growth plate andepi ...son AN. Pediatric ankle fractures: concepts and treatment principles. Foot Ankle Clin 2015;20(4):705-719.</ref> Radiographs may be negative, especially with

...ng in and out of bed, impaired proprioception and coordination, diminished strength, unstable sitting, and difficulty walking. The ability to perform activitie * Improve sitting balance and strength

...f Motion for bilateral upper limbs was decreased and patient had grade 2/5 strength in all movements. He had no movement in his left lower limb *Right hip range of motion was decreased and grade 2/5 strength was noted for all movements.

The most common mechanism is a dorsiflexion force on the ankle associated with a rapid, strong contraction of the peroneal tendons and wit ...th JA, Taylor WC, Whalen J. Peroneal tendon subluxation: the other lateral ankle injury. Br J Sports Med. 2010 Nov;44(14):1047-53.</ref>.

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...who is a business student who was diagnosed with osteosarcoma of the left ankle and bilateral breast cancer. Patient has no known chronic illnesses had sev ...sted went back to the doctor X-rays done revealed osteosarcoma of the left ankle. A week later was admitted for 2 months biopsy done &amp; Left BKA. A month

...ment of functional deficits and technical factors that limit performance]. Strength and conditioning journal. 2014 Dec 1;36(6):4.Available: https://www.ncbi.nl ...s a valuable primary physical training exercise, being a single [[Compound Exercises|compound exercise]] that is highly sensitive to highlight [[Biomechanics|bi

* STRENGTH ...KA, Greising SM. Mechanisms behind estrogens’ beneficial effect on muscle strength in females. Exercise and sport sciences reviews. 2010;38.</ref>

The goal of physiotherapy is to improve strength in the large muscle groups and prevent scoliosis and contractures. According to the literature, the role of strengthening exercises for muscular dystrophy is controversial for two reasons:<ref>Physiospot. [h

...ndividuals with a history of [[Ankle Sprain|ankle sprain]] develop chronic ankle instability. ...<ref name=":1" /> It has, therefore, become essential to base the model of ankle rehabilitation on the perceptual-interdependence framework to successfully

...r rupture includes: falling from a height, forceful plantar flexion of the ankle (as in jumping with an extended knee), or using the foot to break a fall if ...ed ends of the tendon are sutured together. The surgeon will then take the ankle through complete range of motion to look at the integrity of the repair. A

...March. 1998 Mar.</ref> and straining or rupture of the muscles around the ankle (e.g. [[Calf Strain|calf]], [[Peroneal Tendinopathy|peroneii]], [[Tibialis ...and lateral malleoli provide additional articulations and stability to the ankle joint. The inferior tibiofibular joint is formed by the articulation of the

...maximal extension in stance as well as knee flexion in swing while both of ankle dorsiflexion in early stance and planterflexion in late stance are dropping ...hanges e.g. decrease in the hip extensor moment in midstance as well as in ankle power during push off phase, increase in rectus femoris muscle activation t

...feet: This can cause foot and ankle instability issues which may result in ankle sprains. **Loss of dexterity &amp; overall hand strength

...n passes downwards, deep to the flexor retinaculum, crossing the posterior ankle joint, lateral to [[Flexor Digitorum Longus|flexor digitorum longus]]. The Aids in plantarflexion at the [[Ankle and Foot|ankle joint]].<ref name="salad" />

...by 4 weeks in a below-knee cast. Initially, the physiotherapist focused on ankle and knee range of movement. Occupational Therapy provided an adaption for h ...jury. Alan returned to gym-based training to work on range of movement and strength with guidance from the National Team physiotherapist.

The purpose of the SLS is to measure the [[Muscle Strength Testing|strength]] of the lower body, particularly the [[Quadriceps Muscle|quadriceps]] and ...[[Range of Motion|PROM]]. Individuals with MKD benefit from rehabilitation exercises focused on

...o one sprain per 10 000 people daily<ref>The gender issue: epidemiology of ankle injuries in athletes who participate in basketball. ...h ankle sprains: a prospective examination of an athletic population. Foot Ankle Int. 1998;19:653–660.</ref>.

[[Spasticity]] and [[dystonia]] lead to difficulties in coordination, strength and selective motor control, and they are the most common movement disorder * Multilevel surgery of the ankle and foot

...muscles that fill the space between the metatarsal bones of the [[Foot and Ankle Structure and Function|foot]]. Their function lies in spreading the toes ap An [[Muscle Strength Testing|Oxford scale muscle strength assessment]] can be done as follows for the scales of 0/1 and 2/3.<ref name

...son's]] five years ago. His treatment program was based on medications and exercises which has helped him in managing well. John is an active family man who still works, attends a gym for regular exercises and does a lot of community work.

...vealed M0 for toe flexion (ie. no activity), and for toe extension M2, and ankle dorsal flexors and plantar flexors could not be tested due to fracture immo '''PROM Toes:''' Complete, but with pain. ROM ankle and knee unable to test due to fracture immobilisation

...ir injury and of pain‐monitoring model<br>'''Treatment program:''' Perform exercises every day *Circulation exercises (moving foot up/down)

diabetes, bilateral amputation, trans-tibial, ankle disarticulation ...disease currently managed with beta-blockers. This patient had a previous ankle disarticulation of the RLE with current prosthetic. No gait training was pr

...toe and assist in the in the inversion of the foot and dorsiflexion of the ankle.<ref name="Muscles: Testing and Function, with Posture and Pain. Florence P ...h evidence:<ref>Tourillon, Romain et al. “How to Evaluate and Improve Foot Strength in Athletes: An Update.” ''Frontiers in sports and active living'' vol. 1

This gives the appearance of a short leg with the foot on backwards. Foot & ankle then function as knee joint, allowing the patient to wear more functional & * Therefore, minimal over length of the ankle of the operated leg is retained.

...measurement of upper body strength and overall [[Strength and Conditioning|strength]]. It is most useful when multiple measurements are taken over time to trac ...prognostic indicator for health outcomes, as further discussed below. Grip strength is normally measured by a handheld dynamometer.

...rches of the Foot|medial longitudinal arch]], regulates movement about the ankle, and distributes forces evenly across the foot during loading.<ref name=":1 ...tensile strength. [[Collagen]] fibers are stable and provide great tensile strength because of their microscopic structure; the triple helix. Additionally, the

...n the criterion used.<ref name=":1">Health and fitness journal Flexibility Exercises and Performance Available: https://journals.lww.com/acsm-healthfitness/Full * The trunk lift (or prone on hand) assesses both muscle strength and flexibility by measuring the height of the chin from the floor when lif

...Davis IM. [https://www.jospt.org/doi/epdf/10.2519/jospt.2003.33.11.671 Hip strength in females with and without patellofemoral pain]. Journal of orthopaedic & ...urs, as well as isolate the problematic structure, targeted rehabilitation exercises can be prescribed.

[[File: Anatomy ankle and foot 2.jpg|right|frameless]] ...]] [[bone]]<nowiki/>s. Together, the three borders (listed below) form the ankle mortise.

...f normal walking. Instr Course Lect 1990;39:291–303.</ref> Weakness in the ankle and foot dorsiflexors results in an equinovarus deformity. Sometimes referr ...ee dislocations]. Journal of athletic training. 2004 Oct;39(4):365.</ref>, Ankle inversion injury.<ref name=":5" />Sciatic neuropathy commonly resulting fro