QBank Flashcards
(20 cards)
How long should conservative tx be attempted for Exertional Compartment Syndrome before surgical referral is placed?
3 Months of treatment
Most common location of exertional compartment syndrome?
Anterior lower ext compartment
Main risk factor for Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome
Hyperpronation
After symptom resolution of Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome, at what percentage of pre-injury level should patient return to play?
50% Pre-Injury level
Most common location of stress fractures in runners?
Tibia
Most commonly injured ankle ligament?
ATFL (anterior talofibular ligament)
Best test to assess ATFL laxity?
Ankle drawer test with foot in plantarflexion
What is a Grade II Ankle Sprain?
Complete ATFL tear and Partial CFL tear
Acute peroneal tendon subluxation is best treated with?
Short leg cast immobilization for 6 weeks and protected weight bearing
Which type of exercises should be included for Achilles Tendonitis?
Eccentric Exercises
What is Haglund’s deformity?
Bony deformity of calcaneus assc with Achilles Tendonitis
What is Maisonneuve fracture?
Fx of the Proximal Fibula associated with a High Ankle Sprain
Maissonneuve fracture is assc with what excessive force?
External rotation of the foot
What is the treatment for a Syndesmotic Sprain?
CAM boot or cast and NWB for 2-3 weeks
What is Sinus Tarsi Syndrome?
Injury to the Talocalcaneal Ligament
What is a Hawkin’s Fracture?
Fracture of the Talar Neck (most common of the talar fxs)
What causes a Hawkin’s fracture (or Talar Neck fx)
High energy with foot in Dorsiflexion and Axial Load
What is conservative treatment for Plantar Fasciitis?
Achilles tendon stretches
Morton’s Neuroma is most commonly found where?
Between 3rd and 4th Metatarsals
What is the Shoe Modification for Morton’s Neuroma?
Wide Toe Box and Metatarsal Pad
