Sports Medicine

Ankle Sprain Rehabilitation

July 27, 2010
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The following protocol is designed to strengthen and increase the flexibility of the muscles surrounding the ankle, which should decrease the chances of incurring another ankle sprain.  Most ankle sprains involve the ligaments on the lateral (outside) aspect of the ankle.  On the lateral portion of the ankle there are three ligaments which help...

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Taping Guide: Inversion or Lateral Ankle Sprain

February 9, 2010
Taping Guide:  Inversion or Lateral Ankle Sprain

Step 1: To start, the ankle should be placed at 90 degrees. Apply the heel and lace pads and then apply Pre-Wrap to the entire ankle. Step 2: Using the Clock Method: Apply three top anchor strips, overlapping each one: (½ inch starting from the end or insertion of the gastroc or calf muscle...

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Concussions, When to Return…

November 30, 2009
Concussions, When to Return…

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Competitive Soccer Training and Injury Reduction

November 30, 2009

By:  Dr. Robert Walker What is the Most Important Skill that can be Enhanced Through Training Possible candidates: Speed – Allows the athlete to get to the play Agility – Allows the athlete the ability to control the ball and make the play Balance – Provides the athlete with a stable platform to execute...

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Competitive Soccer Training and Injury Reduction

November 3, 2009

By: Dr. Robert Walker What is the Most Important Skill that can be Enhanced Through Training • Possible candidates: o Speed – Allows the athlete to get to the play o Agility – Allows the athlete the ability to control the ball and make the play o Balance – Provides the athlete with a...

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