The Unstable Ankle

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Author: Meir Nyska

ISBN-10: 0880118024

ISBN-13: 9780880118026

Category: Podiatry

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This definitive text pulls together up-to-date research on medical issues related to the unstable ankle and features contributions from an array of leading physicians and rehabilitation professionals. Edited by two orthopedic surgeons who are internationally respected specialists on sport-related and ankle injuries, The Unstable Ankle may be the most comprehensive book available on the subject. Editors Nyska and Mann present the latest knowledge on ankle instability with emphasis on conservative treatment and preventive measures. The book's 35 chapters provide valuable information on the causes of ankle instability, evaluation and diagnostic procedures, surgical interventions, rehabilitation, and prevention.Complete and practical, The Unstable Ankle addresses ankle instability problems in a variety of patient populations, including children and adolescents. Special consideration is given to at-risk individuals in selected sports and occupations. Physicians and other medical team members who work with ankle problems will gain a better understanding of when conservative treatment is appropriate—which is most of the time—and how to rehabilitate at the lowest possible physical, emotional, and financial cost to patients. When surgical intervention is required, this text will guide professionals on the appropriate application of techniques.The book thoroughly discusses the role of physical therapists and other allied health professionals in treatment of ankle instability. Appropriate exercises for different degrees of instability with different etiologies are described in detail. This important text includes the following features: Three sections dealing with the structure and function of the ankle, prevention of injury, acute ankle sprains, chronic ankle instability, staging, treatment, and evaluation Liberal illustrations—236 in total—that eliminate ambiguity and add to the clarity of the information presented Step-by-step procedural descriptions of four operations and extensive discussion of arthroscopic reconstructionThis authoritative text will build the confidence of the entire medical team and help members work together to diagnose, treat, and prevent ankle instability with the patient's best interests in mind. Booknews Orthopedic surgeons Nyska and Mann present 35 chapters covering the basic concepts and practical applications in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of acute ankle ligament injury and acute and chronic angle instability. Broad topics include general considerations; primary evaluation; diagnostic approaches; complications; conservative treatment; surgical treatment; and issues involving juveniles, sport, parachuting, and the infantry. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

ContributorsPrefaceAcknowledgmentsCh. 1Epidemiology of Ankle Sprains2Ch. 2Anatomy of the Ankle and Talar Joints6Ch. 3Biomechanics of the Ankle Joint Complex and the Shoe17Ch. 4Biomechanics of Ligaments in Ankle Instability27Ch. 5Proprioception of the Ankle Joint36Ch. 6Mechanics of Injury, Clinical Presentation, and Staging54Ch. 7Scoring Systems Evaluating Ankle Function62Ch. 8Diagnostic Aspects of Chronic Ankle Instability69Ch. 9Radiographic Assessment of Acute Ankle and Hindfoot Injuries74Ch. 10Imaging of Ankle Injuries83Ch. 11Role of Arthroscopy in Chronic Ankle Sprains94Ch. 12Chronic Ankle Instability, Mechanical and Functional102Ch. 13Osteochondral Fractures of the Talus109Ch. 14Sinus Tarsi Syndrome114Ch. 15Tendon Injuries in Acute Ankle Sprains121Ch. 16Posterior Ankle Impingement139Ch. 17Fractures of the Fifth Metatarsal149Ch. 18The Subtalar Joint: Instability157Ch. 19Midfoot Sprain162Ch. 20Management of Acute Ankle Sprains168Ch. 21Rehabilitation of the Acute Lateral Ankle Sprain179Ch. 22Proprioceptive Retraining of Chronic Ankle Instability193Ch. 23Return to Sport After Delayed Surgical Reconstruction for Ankle Instability201Ch. 24Functional Testing As the Basis for Ankle Rehabilitation Progression205Ch. 25Overview of the Operative Treatment of Ankle Instability220Ch. 26Watson-Jones Operation for Ankle Instability225Ch. 27Lateral Chronic Instability of the Ankle: Chrisman-Snook Technique227Ch. 28Ankle Ligament Reconstruction: The Brostrom Procedure232Ch. 29The Williams Procedure235Ch. 30Arthroscopic Reconstruction of the Unstable Ankle238Ch. 31Arthroscopy for the Injured Ankle249Ch. 32Ankle Instability in Children and Adolescents260Ch. 33Prevention of Acute Ankle Ligament Sprains in Sport270Ch. 34Preventing Ankle Injuries in Parachuting286Ch. 35Preventive Effects of an On-Shoe Brace on Ankle Sprains in Infantry292Credits306Index308About the Editors319