Orthopedics

Question 1

Three types of metatarsal base fractures?

Answer 1

Type I - avulsion of tuberosity
Type II - extends to 4th/5th MT joint (Jones)
Type III - above 4th/5th MT joint (shaft)

Question 2

Red flags for back pain?

Answer 2

IVDU, Fever, S/S Cauda Equina, Trauma, Hx Neoplasm, Anticoagulated, >50yo or

Question 3

Describe Boehler’s Angle

Answer 3

Used to help diagnose calcaneus fractures, normal is 20-40 degrees.