Villonodular Synovitis of the Foot and Ankle

Definition:
Proliferation of synovial tissue of the foot and ankle, composed of synovial villi and fibrous nodules infiltrated by giant cells and macrophages.
Purchase 3 Phases

Symptoms
  • Swelling in the ankle
  • Pain in the ankle, especially with movement
  • Sudden onset
  • Loss of ROM in the ankle
  • Ankle feels warm to touch
Causes
  • Idiopathic
Treatment
  • ROM and stretching
  • Lower extremity strengthening
  • Ankle stabilization exercises
  • Possible surgical intervention
Villonodular Synovitis of the Foot and Ankle 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

Villonodular Synovitis of the Foot and Ankle Phase II

Purchase Phase

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

Villonodular Synovitis of the Foot and Ankle 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