WEBStrength: Strengthening the muscles that support your lower leg, foot, and ankle will help keep your ankle joint stable. Keeping these muscles strong can relieve foot and ankle pain and prevent further injury.
Foot and Ankle Rehabilitation Exercises - OrthoInfo - AAOS
WEBFoot and Ankle Rehabilitation Exercises. To ensure that this program is safe and effective for you, it should be performed under your doctor's supervision. Talk to your doctor or physical therapist about which exercises will best help you meet your rehabilitation goals.
WEBKeeping these muscles strong can relieve foot and ankle pain, prevent further injury, and promote lower limb health and stability. Flexibility: Stretching the muscles that you strengthen is important for restoring range of motion and preventing injury.
Foot and Ankle Conditioning Program - OrthoInfo - AAOS
WEBAfter your recovery, these exercises can be continued as a maintenance program for lifelong protection and health of your feet and lower legs. Performing the exercises 3 to 5 days a week will maintain strength and range of motion in your foot and ankle.
WEBGeneral Foot and Ankle Topics © 2014 American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Orthopaedic Knowledge Update: Foot and Ankle 5 3 Introduction The foot is a marvelous mechanical structure. Its unique anatomy and biomechanics allow it to play several seem-ingly confl icting roles. During push-off, it is a rigid lever arm for effi cient propulsion.
Foot & Ankle Education Resources - American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
WEBDiscover the latest treatment strategies and surgical techniques for managing the spectrum of fractures. AAOS provides a wide range of educational resources in Foot and Ankle. Quickly find new activities and upcoming events here.
WEBChristopher P. Chiodo, MD, Chief of Brigham and Women's Hospital’s Foot and Ankle Division, has been a strong supporter of the educational efforts of the AOFAS and AAOS.
WEBPurpose of Program. After an injury or surgery, an exercise conditioning program will help you return to daily activities and enjoy a more active, healthy lifestyle. Following a well-structured conditioning program will also help you …
WEBMark J. Berkowitz, MD. Introduction. Acute traumatic injuries and cumulative stress injuries involving the foot and ankle can affect the sports partic-ipation and performance of both elite competitive athletes and people engaged in recreational or fi tness activities.
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WEBAAOS2012 Foot and Ankle - Free download as PDF File (.pdf), Text File (.txt) or read online for free.