Achilles pain case study #2
Background – Achilles pain This Achilles pain case will test your knowledge of different pathologies that can cause pain around the Achilles region, your ability to plan the physical examination to differentiate …
Foot & ankle
Physiotherapy foot and ankle case study + questions and answers from experienced mentors
CPD Case Study: Heel pain in a teenage footballer [12min read]
This heel pain case study looks at establishing a firm diagnosis, formulating a management plan including effective modifications to training and utilising adjunct/non-Physio treatment options.
Case study: Insidious onset ankle pain [10min read]
Background – Ankle pain This case study of an insidious onset anteromedial ankle pain is designed to challenge Physiotherapist’s ability to plan a structured approach to management in the absence of a …
Case study: Midfoot pain in a teenager [15min read]
Background – Midfoot pain This case study examines a sudden onset of midfoot pain in a female teenager with difficulty returning to full weight bearing. There is added complexity with apprehensive behaviours …
Physio CPD Case study: Lateral ankle sprain [+ audio commentary from mentor – 25min read]
Background Lateral ankle sprains can cause ligament damage as well as injury to bone, tendon, cartilage and capsular structures. Use this case and the prompt questions to refine your approach to ascertaining …