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...
by Ashlee Dagoberg, PT Extensor Hallucis Longus- will extend and dorsiflex the big toe Extensor Hallucis Brevis- this extends the MP joint of the big toe Flexor Hallucis Longus- flex and plantarflex the big toe (push off muscle) Flexor Hallucis Brevis- flexes the first MTP joint (3rd layer) Adductor Hallucis- adducts and flexes the...
By Abby Grafft I was recently asked my opinion on the advantages and disadvantages of playing through sports injuries. While I cannot claim to have done everything the “right” way throughout my career as an athlete, I do have some experience with this particular topic. But before I give you my take on the...
By Charlotte Ord BSc http://www.charlotteord.com As every triathlon enthusiast will appreciate, success in competition demands a considerable time commitment. Indeed, many participants find themselves short-changing other important aspects of their lives, such as work, and time for family and friends, in order to put in those all important training hours. I myself have slaved...
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