Common Conditions
Anterior Pelvic Tilt
Symptoms, Common Causes and Treatments
Understanding Anteriorly Pelvic Tilt (APT)
Anteriorly pelvic tilt is a movement performed on the pelvis where it tilts to the front. Posterior pelvic tilt is the opposite movement where the pelvis tilts towards the back. The range of anterior and posterior tilts are 13.0 ± 4.9°, and 8.9 ± 4.5° respectively. In standing, the pelvis is normally tilted anteriorly for about 7 to 13 degrees.
Symptoms
At the time of injury, pain around the ankle would be the most significant symptom that could prevent playing. An audible pop might indicate a more severe injury to the ligament. The following symptoms would start within 1-2 hours following the injury:
- Swelling: usually around the bony landmark of the ankle. Extensive swelling up the leg or down to the foot indicates more severe injury to the ankle;
- Bruising: usually occurring around the ankle and down to the foot and another sign for a more severe injury;
- Restricted ankle movement: twisting (inverting or everting) would usually be the most painful movement to perform after ankle sprains;
- Limp: the patient would need to limp when walking due to pain when weight-bearing and restricted ankle range of motion.