EPISODE · Sep 23, 2025 · 4 MIN
Episode 78 – Ottawa Foot and Ankle Rules
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A physical therapist evaluates a patient who sustained an ankle injury during a recreational soccer game. To determine whether imaging is necessary, the therapist applies the Ottawa Foot and Ankle Rules. According to this screening tool, which of the following factors would meet the criteria to refer the patient for an x-ray?1. Pain near the medial malleolus and an inability to bear weight2. Pain near the lateral malleolus and passive dorsiflexion limited to five degrees3. Pain near the posterior calcaneus and a positive talar tilt test4. Pain near the cuboid and swelling of the ankle jointWatch the video version of this episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/zf1X0BkrgYI
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A physical therapist evaluates a patient who sustained an ankle injury during a recreational soccer game. To determine whether imaging is necessary, the therapist applies the Ottawa Foot and Ankle Rules. According to this screening tool, which of the following factors would meet the criteria to refer the patient for an x-ray? 1. Pain near the medial malleolus and an inability to bear weight 2. Pain near the lateral malleolus and passive dorsiflexion limited to five degrees 3. Pain near the p...
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