Laxity of Talotibial Joint

Definition:
Looseness or freedom of movement of the talotibial joint, normally or excessive.
Purchase 3 Phases

Symptoms
  • Loose feeling in the ankle
  • Pain in the ankle
  • Point tender on injured ligament
Causes
  • Ligament injury
  • Bone fracture
  • Inheritable connective tissue disorder
  • Congenital
  • Chronic ankle sprain
Treatment
  • Foot intrinsic muscle strengthening
  • Lower extremity strengthening
  • Ankle stabilization exercises
Laxity of Talotibial Joint Phase I

Purchase Phase

  • Foot Wedge
  • 3-D Runners Stretch
  • 100s
  • Passive Ankle Inversion
  • Passive Ankle Eversion
  • Windshield Wipers
  • Single Leg Balance
  • Toe Yoga
  • Tri Planar Knee To Wall
  • Nose To Wall
  • Stationary Bike
  • Contrast Bath

Laxity of Talotibial Joint Phase II

Purchase Phase

  • Heel Raises
  • Heel Offs
  • Slips Rocker
  • Step Overs In Mase
  • Step Downs
  • Backwards Step Ups

Laxity of Talotibial Joint Phase III

Purchase Phase

  • Heel Offs
  • German Dance
  • Heel Raises
  • Step Overs In Mase
  • T Band Walks In Mase
  • Tennis Ball Push
  • Jump Rope Routine
  • Toe Hops