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Essentials of Athletic Training, 5/e
Daniel Arnheim
William Prentice, University of North Carolina
The Ankle and Lower Leg

Review Questions and Class Activities

  1. Describe the anatomy of the ankle and lower leg.
  2. How can ankle and lower leg injuries be prevented?
  3. What questions should be asked when assessing injuries to the lower leg or ankle?
  4. Describe the common mechanisms of injury for acute ankle sprains. What structures are damaged?
  5. How can the coach rule out fractures in the lower leg and ankle?
  6. What is the appropriate care for stress fractures of the tibia and fibula?
  7. Which of the tendons surrounding the ankle joint can potentially develop tendinitis?
  8. What are some indications of a heel cord rupture? How is a heel cord rupture cared for?
  9. How does Achilles tendinitis develop? How should it be cared for?
  10. Contrast acute compartment syndrome with chronic compartment syndrome.
  11. What exactly are shin splints and what measures can be taken to eliminate this problem?
  12. What is the most important thing that can be done in caring for a shin contusion?








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