Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation of the Foot and Ankle in the Athlete

• Autores: Suzanne T. Hawson
• Localización: Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery of North America, ISSN 0891-8422, Vol. 28, Nº. 1 (ENE), 2011, págs. 189-201
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • Foot and ankle injuries in athletes are common. Physical therapy plays a fundamental role in the management of sports injuries. The purpose of this article is to (1) raise awareness for using physical therapy for treatment of foot and ankle injuries in athletes, (2) discuss considerations specific to athletes during the rehabilitation process, and (3) increase the reader's knowledge about the in-depth role of physical therapy in the management of foot and ankle injuries in athletes.