About Course
Master the essentials of Ankle Sprain Management, a critical skill for any practicing physiotherapist or sports clinician. This physiotherapy cpd course provides a systematic review of the latest evidence in diagnosis, focusing on the high-yield ATFL injury, syndesmotic sprains, and the crucial Ottawa Ankle Rules.
Attendees will learn the principles of Optimal Loading and early functional rehabilitation to quickly progress patients to weight-bearing and dynamic balance exercises. Key strategies for recurrence prevention through neuromuscular training are detailed, alongside indications for surgical management, including the Broström repair. Enroll now to minimize chronic instability risk and ensure your patients achieve optimal, long-term functional recovery from ankle injuries.
Physiotherapy CPD Course Objectives
Upon completion of this physiotherapy cpd course, participants will be able to:
1: Differentiate Ankle Sprain Grades: Accurately apply the clinical grading system (Grade I, II, III) based on ligament damage, presence of mechanical instability, and end-feel on stress testing, to guide immediate patient management.
2: Formulate a Phased Rehabilitation Plan: Construct and justify a progressive, three-phase functional rehabilitation program, detailing the transition from acute pain management (POLICE) to strengthening (peroneals) and advanced neuromuscular/proprioception training.
3: Identify Indications for Surgical Referral: Recognize specific ankle injury patterns—including acute unstable syndesmosis injuries (high ankle sprains),chronic mechanical instability persisting beyond 3–6 months, and displaced osteochondral lesions—that warrant orthopedic consultation.
4: Evaluate Long-Term Prognosis and Risks: Educate patients on the long-term prognosis, the significant risk of chronic ankle instability (CAI),and key warning signs (e.g., persistent giving-way) that necessitate further investigation to prevent posttraumatic osteoarthritis (PTOA).
CPD Certification
CPD Credit Hours : 1.5 hrs
Target Audience:
Physiotherapists, Physiotherapy Assistants, Athletic trainetrs, Athletes
Resources:
- Downloadable Course Slides & Summary Tools
- CPD Certificate
- 30 Days of Access to Learning Materials
Course Presenter:
Physiotherapy Online
Disclaimer: Our online physiotherapy cpd courses meet the criteria and guidelines for CPD (Continuing Professional Development). The CPD hours indicated on the certificate contribute towards fulfilling professional standards and requirements necessary for CPD audits conducted by the HCPC and AHPRA. These CPD hours are important for maintaining physiotherapy registration and ensuring compliance with the CPD audit and physiotherapy registration renewal processes. Our courses are recognized as valuable continuing education resources across the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and throughout Asia and the Middle East.
