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Ankle and foot Flashcards

1
Q

The Achilles tendon connects which muscles to which bone?

A

The Achilles tendon connects the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles to the calcaneus bone

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Which medications can precipitate Achilles tendon rupture?

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Fluoroquinolone abx e.g. ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin

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Which special test can be used to detect Achilles tendon rupture on examination?

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Simmonds (calf squeeze) test

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Describe the investigation of Achilles tendon rupture

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Suspected Achilles tendon rupture should be referred for orthopaedic review on the same day

USS is investigation of choice

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Describe the management of Achilles tendon rupture

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Conservative:

  • RICE
  • Analgesia
  • Immobilisation in boot

Surgical repair may be an option (but outcomes are similar to conservative mx)

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Describe the management of plantar fasciitis

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Conservative:

  • RICE
  • Analgesia
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The medical name for a bunion is…

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Hallux valgus

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