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This evaluation process is crucial in determining if a serious ankle injury has occurred. It involves history-taking, observation, palpation, and specific tests to assess for deformities, swelling, and instability. Special tests like fracture tests, ligamentous tests, and more help pinpoint the site of pain and guide treatment decisions.
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Ankle Evaluation Format Sports Medicine I
Is to determine if a serious injury has occurred Evaluative Process History Observation Palpation Special Tests Evaluation
Involves asking questions MOI Where does it hurt? Pop or snap? Previous injury History
Compare uninjured to the injured side Look for Bleeding Deformity Swelling discoloration Observation
Anatomical structures Compare bilaterally Pinpoint site of pain Palpation
Joint instability Disability pain Special Tests
Fracture Tests Bump Test Squeeze Test Ligamentous Tests Anterior Drawer Talar Tilt Kleiger Test Special Tests