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Considering the high recurrent injury rates, athletes may receive clearance for return-to-play (RTP) from a lateral ankle sprain (LAS) before impairments and activity limitations are resolved. The purpose of this… Click to show full abstract
Considering the high recurrent injury rates, athletes may receive clearance for return-to-play (RTP) from a lateral ankle sprain (LAS) before impairments and activity limitations are resolved. The purpose of this study was to examine residual structural and functional impairments and activity limitations at RTP in athletes with a LAS. We found that athletes demonstrated increased ankle ligamentous laxity and reduced self-reported function, dorsiflexion ROM, and dynamic postural control at RTP. Athletes with a LAS likely require more extensive care to resolve impairments and activity limitation before RTP.
Journal Title: International Journal of Athletic Therapy and training
Year Published: 2017
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