RT Book, Section A1 Halverson, Doug A1 Hirth, Christopher J. A2 Hoogenboom, Barbara J. A2 Voight, Michael L. A2 Prentice, William E. SR Print(0) ID 1193815321 T1 Rehabilitation of Lower-Leg Injuries T2 Musculoskeletal Interventions: Techniques for Therapeutic Exercise, 4e YR 2021 FD 2021 PB McGraw Hill PP New York, NY SN 9781260459951 LK accessphysiotherapy.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1193815321 RD 2024/03/28 AB OBJECTIVESAfter completion of this chapter, the physical therapist should be able to do the following:Discuss the functional anatomy and biomechanics of the lower leg during open-chain and weightbearing activities such as walking and running.Identify the various techniques for regaining range of motion, including stretching exercises and joint mobilizations.Discuss the various rehabilitative strengthening techniques, including open- and closed-chain isotonic exercise, balance/proprioceptive exercises, and isokinetic exercise for dysfunction of the lower leg.Identify common causes of various lower-leg injuries and provide a rationale for treatment of these injuries.Discuss criteria for progression of the rehabilitation program for various lower-leg injuries.Describe and explain the rationale for various treatment techniques in the management of lower-leg injuries.