Motion Specific Release

Successful rehabilitation therefore involves more than simply waiting for an injured ligament to heal. It requires restoring mobility, strength, balance, proprioception, and confidence in movement while identifying other factors that may be contributing to persistent symptoms or instability.

An ankle that does not move forward sufficiently over the foot can become apparent during a squat, a stair descent, or the return to running after injury. For the practitioner, the useful question is whether that limitation contributes to the patient’s symptoms or prevents them from meeting a particular demand.