(English) Episode 184-Rethinking Ankle Sprains Evidence Based Recovery

This document outlines clinical practice guidelines for managing ankle ligament sprains, developed by the American Physical Therapy Association. It establishes a framework for diagnosis, examination, and treatment based on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health. The text details risk factors for acute injuries and chronic instability, such as previous trauma and lack of balance training. It also reviews rehabilitation strategies, recommending early weight-bearing with support, manual therapy, and specific therapeutic exercises. Additionally, the guidelines emphasize using validated outcome measures and physical tests to monitor patient recovery. Collectively, the source serves as a comprehensive evidence-based reference for healthcare providers treating musculoskeletal ankle impairments.(Martin RL, Davenport TE, Paulseth S, Wukich DK, Godges JJ, Orthopaedic Section American Physical Therapy Association. Ankle stability and movement coordination impairments: ankle ligament sprains: Clinical practice guidelines linked to the international classification of Functioning, Disability and Health from the Orthopaedic Section of the American Physical Therapy Association. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther [Internet]. 2013;43(9):A1-40. Available from: http://dx.doi.org/10.2519/jospt.2013.0305)