A theoretical model for treatment of soft tissue injuries: treatment of an ankle sprain in a college tennis player.

A theoretical model for treatment of soft tissue injuries: treatment of an ankle sprain in a college tennis player.
Author(s): Gemmell, H; Hayes, B; Conway, M
Journal: J Manipulative Physiol Ther 2005 May 11; Vol. 28, Issue 4; Page(s) 285-8

OBJECTIVE: To present theories of manual treatment approaches to soft tissue injuries using an example case report. CLINICAL FEATURES: A college tennis player with an ankle sprain for 6 weeks, not responding to standard treatment, was unable to play tennis or compete in tournaments. INTERVENTION AND OUTCOME: Soft tissue treatment was applied to the ankle for 2 visits. The patient experienced complete resolution of the problem and returned to play without relapse during a 9-month follow-up period. Theories of myofascial distortion treatment are discussed. CONCLUSION: This treatment approach may have potential for soft tissue problems that are not amenable to current therapy approaches.

Email: hgemmell@aecc.ac.uk
PMID: 15883583 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]