Ankle, Leg and Foot Course

Ankle, Leg, and Foot Course is organized by DConline.

Course Dates: Dec 21, 2022 - Jan 7, 2024

Course Description:
This four-hour distance-based course will provide healthcare providers with current information regarding common conditions of the ankle, leg, and foot. Topics covered will include the epidemiology, anatomy, pathophysiology, physical examination, diagnostic imaging, and active and passive treatment approaches to these conditions. The learner’s participation (time) is actively tracked and logged.

Outline:
• Hour 1
Ankle functional anatomy, pathomechanics, physical exam, and imaging
• Hour 2
Management of ankle injury with exercise and manual therapy
• Hour 3
Conditions of the leg
• Hour 4
Tendinopathy and conditions of the foot

Objectives:
In this course, the learner will:
• Learn the functional anatomy of the ankle.
• Consider the key risk factors for ankle sprain.
• Study the pathomechanics of ankle sprains and Lisfranc injury.
• Survey rehabilitation techniques used in return to play after ankle sprains and Achilles tendinopathy
• Review the terminology of tendinopathy
• Consider current best practices in the treatment of tendinopathy
• Become acquainted with manual therapy to restore ankle mobility
• Learn the concepts of exercise prescription for prevention of ankle injury

Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.