Applications to Improve Ankle Dorsiflexion

Applications to Improve Ankle Dorsiflexion Instructor: Mike Ploski, PT, ATC, OCS, GTS Format: 90-minute online course This clinical short course focuses on evidence-informed strategies to assess and improve ankle dorsiflexion, a key driver of lower-extremity function and movement quality. Participants will examine how restricted ankle dorsiflexion contributes to altered biomechanics, injury risk, and functional limitations across patient populations. The course reviews common soft tissue, joint, and neuromuscular contributors to limited dorsiflexion and demonstrates practical assessment techniques for identifying impairments. Clinicians will also learn appropriate Graston Technique® instrument applications to restore mobility and support improved movement outcomes. Learning Objectives Upon completion, participants will be able to: Describe normal ankle dorsiflexion range-of-motion requirements for functional activities Identify functional and injury-related consequences of limited ankle dorsiflexion Differentiate between soft tissue, joint, and neuromuscular contributors to restriction Perform clinical assessment techniques for measuring ankle dorsiflexion Apply Graston Technique® interventions to improve ankle dorsiflexion range of motion Course Access On-Demand Access: Immediate access after purchase CEUs: Earn applicable CEUs upon completion Certificate: Download your Certificate of Completion Access Period: 60 days