Equinus

Question 1

Transverse incision through the gastrocnemius aponeurosis

Answer 1

Vulpius

Question 2

Transverse incision through the gastrocnemius aponeurosis and suturing down the proximal portion

Answer 2

Strayer

Question 3

Tongue and groove incision with the tongue distal

Answer 3

Baker

Question 4

Tongue and groove incision with the tongue proximal

Answer 4

McGlamery and Fulp

Question 5

Name the options for a gastrocnemius recession

Answer 5

Vulpius
Strayer
Baker
McGlamery and Fulp

Question 6

Moving the insertion of the Achilles tendon anteriorly to the dorsal aspect of the posterior 1/3rd of calcaneus. Usually just posterior to the posterior facet.

Answer 6

Murphy

Question 7

Achilles tendon lengthening. 3 transverse cuts. 2 medially and 1 laterally or vice versa.

Answer 7

Hoke Triple Hemisection

Question 8

Achilles tendon lengthening. 2 transverse cuts. 1 cut is medially and the other cut is anteriorly. Takes into account the 90* turn the tendon makes at insertion.

Answer 8

White

Question 9

What are the 2 options for a Z plasty for an Achilles tendon lengthening

Answer 9

Sagittal and Frontal