Course Code: REL-RTS-0-OETAF
Hours: 1.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Interpret essential components of the clinical examination for individuals with foot/ankle pain, including special tests.
Identify at least four mobilization techniques to increase foot/ankle mobility, including indications, precautions, and steps.
Select appropriate exercise-based treatment interventions for individuals with foot/ankle pain based on examination findings.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Examination
Why It Matters
Subjective Examination
Screening and Observation
Determine Further Assessment Needs
Review
Range of Motion, Strength, and Function
Summary
Section 3: Special Tests
Structural Tests
Nerve Tests
Achilles Tests Rupture
Ankle Sprains
Review
Summary
Section 4: Mobilization and Range of Motion Interventions
Joint Mobilizations
Review
Improving Range of Motion
Summary
Section 5: Strengthening and Proprioception Interventions
Exercise Selection
Activity and Orthotic Recommendations
Review
Exercise Selection Examples
Summary
Section 6: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Nicole Fogarty, PT, DPT
Nicole Fogarty holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Northeastern University. She has experience treating patients with cardiopulmonary, orthopedic, and neurological impairments in the inpatient setting. She also has experience in outpatient orthopedics. She has additional training in medical screening, lumbopelvic examination and treatment, and treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary diseases. Nicole enjoys using her clinical experience and interest in current rehabilitation research as a Physical Therapy writer for Relias.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Athletic Trainers; Physical Therapist; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.