Impingement is a clinical syndrome of end-range joint pain or restricted motion caused by direct abutment and/or compression of bone or soft tissues.
Classifications: based on types o...
Typically, a clinical diagnosis of exclusion
Prior history of single or multiple episodes of traumatic ankle injuries (typically inversion injuries)
Mild swelling or effusion after acti...
Rest, avoid provocative activities, ice
Cast immobilization (severe cases)
Shoe modifications, heel lifts, orthotics
Physical therapy with emphasis on:
Range of motion exercises,...
Weight-bearing as tolerated immediately postoperative with early range of motion
Physical therapy focuses on increasing available joint spa...
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Ankle impingement is classified according to type of impingement and location of impingement.
Largely a clinical diagnosis of exclusion
Typically, conservative treatment will resolve maj...
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