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Case study – A 46-year-old female reports pain in both of her ankles, but she is more concerned about her right ankle. She was playing soccer over the weekend and heard a “pop.” She is able to bear weight, but it is uncomfortable. In determining the cause of the ankle pain, based on your knowledge of anatomy,
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what foot structures are likely involved?
What other symptoms need to be explored?Â
What are the differential diagnoses for ankle pain?Â
What physical examination will be perform?Â
What special maneuvers will be perform?
Should the Ottawa ankle rules be apply to determine if there is need for additional testing?
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Reference:
Ball, J. W., Dains, J. E., Flynn, J. A., Solomon, B. S., & Stewart, R. W. (2015). Seidel’s guide to Â
Physical Examination (8th Ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Mosby.
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