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Instructional Level: Intermediate

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J.D. Boudreaux, EdD, PT, LAT, ATC, SCS

Conservative Management and Prevention of Ankle Sprains in Athletes

Conservative Management and Prevention of Ankle Sprains in Athletes

2 Hours Instructional Level: Intermediate
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Description:

Course release date: 10/7/2024

Course Overview

Ankle injuries are considered the most common sports injury. Some deleterious effects related to these common injuries include high recurrence rates, chronic instability, increased risk of osteoarthritis, and decreased future physical activity level. Lecture techniques will be implemented to achieve the stated objectives. The instructor will provide an overarching review of the literature as it pertains to ankle sprain and foot injury prevention, evaluation, and rehabilitation. Sports medicine professionals will be able to develop a multidimensional evidence-based plan for acute ankle sprain injuries, including the components of evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, return to play decision making, and prevention to reduce long-term negative effects from this common sports-related injury.

Full Course Description
Course release date: 10/7/2024Course OverviewAnkle injuries are considered the most common sports injury. Some deleterious effects related to these common injuries include high recurrence rates, chronic instability, increased risk of osteoarthritis, and decreased future physical activity level. Lecture techniques will be implemented to achieve the stated objectives. The instructor will provide an overarching review of the literature as it pertains to ankle sprain and foot injury prevention, evaluation, and rehabilitation. Sports medicine professionals will be...

Goals & Objectives:

Course Overview

Ankle injuries are considered the most common sports injury. Some deleterious effects related to these common injuries include high recurrence rates, chronic instability, increased risk of osteoarthritis, and decreased future physical activity level. Lecture techniques will be implemented to achieve the stated objectives. The instructor will provide an overarching review of the literature as it pertains to ankle sprain and foot injury prevention, evaluation, and rehabilitation. Sports medicine professionals will be able to develop a multidimensional evidence-based plan for acute ankle sprain injuries, including the components of evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, return to play decision making, and prevention to reduce long-term negative effects from this common sports-related injury.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this course, the learner should be able to:

  • Identify the incidence and prevalence of ankle sprains in competitive athletes leading to the significant need for proper management.   
  • Distinguish between various types of common ankle sprains in an athletic population.  
  • Choose appropriate exercises to implement throughout the rehabilitation process to manage these injuries.
  • Apply a return to play plan for competitive athletes to allow for safe and effective participation.
  • Interpret various functional test and measures used to assess readiness for return to play and reduction in recurrence. 

 

Goals & Objectives:

Course Overview

Ankle injuries are considered the most common sports injury. Some deleterious effects related to these common injuries include high recurrence rates, chronic instability, increased risk of osteoarthritis, and decreased future physical activity level. Lecture techniques will be implemented to achieve the stated objectives. The instructor will provide an overarching review of the literature as it pertains to ankle sprain and foot injury prevention, evaluation, and rehabilitation. Sports medicine professionals will be able to develop a multidimensional evidence-based plan for acute ankle sprain injuries, including the components of evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, return to play decision making, and prevention to reduce long-term negative effects from this common sports-related injury.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this course, the learner should be able to:

  • Identify the incidence and prevalence of ankle sprains in competitive athletes leading to the significant need for proper management.   
  • Distinguish between various types of common ankle sprains in an athletic population.  
  • Choose appropriate exercises to implement throughout the rehabilitation process to manage these injuries.
  • Apply a return to play plan for competitive athletes to allow for safe and effective participation.
  • Interpret various functional test and measures used to assess readiness for return to play and reduction in recurrence. 

 

Disclosures:

Audience/Accreditations and Approvals
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details):
Athletic Training, Physical Therapy

Contact Hours
Upon sucessful completion of this course, you will be awarded the following contact hours (based on profession):
Athletic Training: 2 hours
Physical Therapy: 2 hours

If you require special accommodations, please contact Colibri Healthcare Support by clicking here: Contact Us or by using the chat functionality.

Cancellation Policy: For activity cancellation, returns, or complaint resolution, please contact us by email help@homeceu.com or by phone at 1.800.55.4CEUS (2387). We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Refunds will be issued for courses that have not been completed (exam not taken), or for any course that has been rejected by your board of approval. Webinar attendance must be canceled 24 hours before the scheduled start time.

Disclosures:

Audience/Accreditations and Approvals
This course is designed for the following healthcare professions (select your profession for details):
Athletic Training, Physical Therapy

Contact Hours
Upon sucessful completion of this course, you will be awarded the following contact hours (based on profession):
Athletic Training: 2 hours
Physical Therapy: 2 hours

If you require special accommodations, please contact Colibri Healthcare Support by clicking here: Contact Us or by using the chat functionality.

Cancellation Policy: For activity cancellation, returns, or complaint resolution, please contact us by email help@homeceu.com or by phone at 1.800.55.4CEUS (2387). We have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Refunds will be issued for courses that have not been completed (exam not taken), or for any course that has been rejected by your board of approval. Webinar attendance must be canceled 24 hours before the scheduled start time.