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Ankle Joint01:10

Ankle Joint

The ankle is formed by the talocrural joint (crural = leg). It consists of the articulations between the talus bone of the foot and the distal ends of the tibia and fibula of the leg. The superior aspect of the talus bone is square-shaped and has three areas of articulation. The top of the talus articulates with the inferior tibia. This is the portion of the ankle joint that carries the body weight between the leg and foot. The sides of the talus are firmly held in position by the articulations...
Muscles of the Leg that Move the Foot and Toes01:28

Muscles of the Leg that Move the Foot and Toes

The human leg comprises an intricate system of muscles that facilitate the movement of feet and toes. Within this system, the muscles are categorized into the anterior, lateral, and posterior compartments, each with a unique set of muscles carrying out specific functions.
Anterior Compartment
The anterior compartment includes muscles that contribute to the dorsiflexion of the foot. This compartment houses the tibialis anterior, extensor hallucis longus, and extensor digitorum longus muscles.

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Acute ankle sprain in dancers.

Jeffrey A Russell1

  • 1Department of Dance, University of California, Irvine, CA 92697-2775, USA. jeff.russell@uci.edu

Journal of Dance Medicine & Science : Official Publication of the International Association for Dance Medicine & Science
|November 12, 2010
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Ankle sprains are common in dancers and require prompt, specialized care. Proper treatment and dance-specific rehabilitation are crucial for a safe return to performance without lasting impairment.

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Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Dance Science
  • Orthopedics

Background:

  • Ankle sprains are frequent injuries among dancers, often underestimated due to their prevalence.
  • Dancers require extreme ankle range of motion and stability, making recovery critical.
  • Inadequate attention to ankle sprains can lead to impaired function and prolonged absence from dance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the etiology and management principles of ankle sprains specifically in dancers.
  • To emphasize the importance of a structured approach to ankle sprain recovery in this population.
  • To provide practical guidance for healthcare professionals, scientists, teachers, and dancers.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on ankle sprains in dancers.
  • Discussion of key management principles including on-site assessment, early intervention, and rehabilitation.
  • Highlighting associated injuries and providing practical clinical concepts.

Main Results:

  • Ankle sprains in dancers necessitate a comprehensive management strategy.
  • Key elements include immediate on-site evaluation, early functional restoration, and tailored rehabilitation.
  • Addressing potential co-occurring injuries is vital for optimal outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • A structured, dance-specific approach to ankle sprain management is essential for dancers.
  • Early intervention, appropriate rehabilitation, and a safe return-to-dance protocol facilitate functional recovery.
  • This review provides a framework for optimizing care for dancers with ankle sprains.