Ankle Fracture: Treatment and Management

20-656086

State Board Approved-- #50-20641 Course # 20-656086

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Ankle injuries run the gamut from a relatively minor strain to serious injuries like compound or crushing fractures. The proper diagnosis, management, treatment and rehabilitation of an ankle injury can mean the difference between a functional joint or being crippled for life. This course covers all aspects of ankle injury, including anatomy and function, types of injuries, surgical and non-surgical treatment, postoperative management and recovery, and rehabilitation.

At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:
~ Describe the basic anatomy and function of the ankle.
~ Describe the types of injuries that may occur in the ankle joint.
~ Discuss non-surgical and surgical treatment options for ankle injuries.
~ Discuss rehabilitation of the ankle after an injury.
~ Discuss possible complications of ankle injuries and treatment.

Course Curriculum

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Ankle Fracture: Treatment and Management
- Course Description
- Learning Objectives
- Introduction
- An Overview of Ankle Anatomy
- Types of Ankle Fractures
- Causes of Ankle Fractures
- Symptoms of Ankle Fracture
- Diagnosing an Ankle Fracture
- Treatments for Different Types of Fractures
- Recovery Strategies
- Pain Management
- Rehabilitation
- Possible Complications
- Conclusion/Summary
- Quiz
- References:
- Course Evaluation