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1
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What are the three components of supination?

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Inversion, adduction and plantar flexion

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What plane does inversion of the foot occur in?

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Frontal

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What plane does adduction of the foot occur in?

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Transverse

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What plane does plantar flexion of the foot occur in?

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Sagittal

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What are the three components of pronation?

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Eversion, abduction and dorsiflexion

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What plane does eversion of the foot occur in?

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Frontal

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What plane does abduction of the foot occur in?

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Transverse

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What plane does dorsiflexion of the foot occur in?

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Sagittal

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9
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What is the Chopart joint?

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Transverse tarsal - talonavicular and calcaneocuboid

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10
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What is the LisFranc joint?

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Tarsal-metatarsal joints

cuneiforms and cuboids - metatarsals

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11
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What ligament prevents anterior displacement of the talus relative to the mortise?

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ATFL

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What ligament of the ankle is taut with inversion and adduction of the calcaneus relative to fibula?

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CFL

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What ligament is taut with ER of the talus relative to the ankle mortise?

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Posterior talofibular ligament

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What two ligaments work together to limit supination of the subtalar joint?

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Calcaneofibular and cervical ligaments

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15
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Damage to this ligament can result in excessive supination of the subtalar joint?

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Interosseous ligament

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16
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What bones constitute the midfoot?

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Cuneiforms, navicular, cuboid

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What ligament, with no attachment to the talus, prevents plantar flexion of the talus?

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Calcaneonavicular or spring ligament

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18
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The Chopart joint joins which two parts of the foot?

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Hind foot -> mid foot

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19
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The talonavicular joint is supported on the plantar surface by what ligament?

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Spring or calcaneonavicular ligament

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20
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What bones create the transverse arch of the foot?

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Intertarsal joints (cuneiforms, navicular, cuboid and navicular)

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21
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Which Lisfranc/tarsometatarsal joint is the most commonly injured joint?

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2nd metatarsal with medial cuneiform - interosseous ligament

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22
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What muscle may have role in supporting transverse arch with an attachment at base of 1st metatarsal and medial cuneiform?

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Fibularis longus

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23
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Which muscle is the largest in surface area and strength for supination of the subtalar joint?

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Posterior tibialis - supporters -> flexor digitorum longus, flexor hallucis longus

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24
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Which muscle has larger moment arm for subtalar supination - anterior or posterior tibialis?

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Posterior tib -

Anterior tib has 1/5 the moment arm

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25
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With size/shape of talocrural joint - which motion is joint more congruent?

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Wider anteriorly than posteriorly -> more congruent in dorsiflexion

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26
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What movements occur in weight bearing supination in reference to calcaneus and talus?

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Calcaneus ->inversion

Talus -> abduction and dorsiflexion (ER of tibfib)

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27
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What movements occur in weight bearing pronation in reference to calcaneus and talus?

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Calcaneus ->eversion

Talus ->adduction and plantar flexion (IR of tibfib)

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NWB supination is a combination of: (only calcaneal movement)

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Inversion, adduction, plantar flexion

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NWB pronation is a combination of: (only calcaneal movement)

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Eversion, abduction and dorsiflexion

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30
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What ligament supports calcaneocuboid joint?

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Long plantar ligament - one of strongest in body = minimal movement

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31
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Which joint is more mobile: talonavicular or calcaneocuboid?

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Talonavicular

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32
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A loss of plantar fascial support inc the load on what two ligaments:

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1) calcaneonavicular - spring

2) long plantar ligament (calcaneocuboid)

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33
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At IC of gait cycle: what position is the foot in?

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Slight dorsiflexion

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34
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During gait cycle, when do plantar flexors start to become active? (what phase)

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Late midstance -> pre-swing

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35
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What muscle decelerates tibia after flat foot/midstance?

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Soleus

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36
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What motions does the subtalar joint move from and then to at IC to flat foot and then terminal stance?

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Pronation (at IC/flat foot) to supination (terminal stance)

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37
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What muscle eccentrically lowers MLL at IC and during midstance phase?

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Tibialias anterior

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38
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What muscle becomes eccentrically active before flat foot to control for pronation of the MLL?

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Tibialis posterior

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39
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How many degrees of motion occur at the MLL with walking?

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10 deg

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40
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What is normal ROM for great toe/hallux/MTP motion duriing pre-swing?

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40-60 deg dorsiflexion

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41
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During running/sprinting, what percentage of moment energy is contributed by the digits/toes?

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20-50%

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42
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When transferring energy from Achilles to and through the midfoot, what is more problematic: laxity of the midfoot or rigidity?

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Laxity - excessive plantarflexion of talus results in subluxation of posterior facet of subtalar joint -> inc load on calcaneonavicular/spring ligament which can rupture

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43
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A variety of clinical conditions can contribute to excessive pronation(10 listed): what are examples?

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Gastroc/soleus tightness
PTT dysfunction
midfoot laxity
abduction of forefoot
ER of hindfoot
subluxation of alus
traumatic deformities
ruptured plantar fascia
Charcot foot
neuromuscular imbalance
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44
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Is there a strong correlation between static measurement of foot posture and foot kinematics?

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Yes - McPoil found measurement of MLL statically and identical measure dynamically at midstance

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45
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What are believed to be causes of high arch/pes cavus?

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Over activity of PTT or tib anterior or both - or ER of tibia with proximal control issue

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46
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What is the Coleman block test?

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Identify foot posture with quiet, static standing and then have pt stand on 1” block with lateral foot and heel on block - does midfoot respond with rigidity or flexibility? (Looking at 1st-3rd metatarsals)

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47
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What is the peek a boo sign?

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Observation of medial heel when looking at a person from the front due to excessive supination

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48
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What is the too many toes sign?

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Observation of lateral toes (digits 3-5) when looking at a person from behind due to excessive pronation - PTT dysfunction

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49
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Which outcome measures are validated for ankle instability?

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Cumberland Ankle Instability Tool (CAIT) and Ankle Instability Index (AII)

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50
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Which outcome measure looks at plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, CAI?

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Foot and ankle ability measure (FAAM)

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51
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What exam is a valid and reliable assessment tool for foot posture?

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Foot posture index

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52
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What are generalized outcomes for the Foot Posture Index?

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Neutral = 0
Highly pronated > +10
Highly supinated < -10

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53
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In runners with higher arches, what two injuries are more prominent?

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Ankle sprains, bony injuries to 5th metatarsal

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54
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What is the expected average change in height in the Arch height index from NWB to WB?

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10 mm or 13.4%

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55
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In the navicular drop test, what is the cutoff for abnormal findings?

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Difference of 10 mm between NWB and WB

> 10 mm = risk factor for medial tibial stress syndrome

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56
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When assessing the heel raise, what might a lower height indicate in terms of dysfunction? (Normative = 55-65% of length of foot)

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1) weakness - dec ability to plantar flex body weight
2) dec length of PFs
3) midfoot instability (flat foot deformity)

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57
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What is considered to be more severely tight in terms of dorsiflexion AROM? (less than…)

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5 deg - average is 18 deg

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58
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With a tight first MTP joint, where is the center of pressure shifted during walking?

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Laterally

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59
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Is MMT valid for plantar flexors?

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No - need to do heel raise test

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60
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Name the special test: ankle in 10-20 deg of plantar flexion, gentle pull of calcaneus anteriorly and looking at amt of translation (positive outcome?)

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Anterior drawer test - > 3 mm of translation or pain in region anterior/inferior to malleolus
(questionable reliability)

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Name the special test: 20 deg of plantar flexion // 10 deg of dorsiflexion - apply maximal inversion (positive outcome?)

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Talar tilt - plantar flexion looks more at ATFL // dorsiflexion looks more at CFL - but unable to distinguish which is injured - positive test is pain in region inferior to lateral malleolus, >15 deg or empty end feel

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62
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Name the special test: knee is flexed at 90 deg, flexion of ankle maximally in dorsiflexion and passive ER (positive outcome)

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Dorsiflexion-ER test - positive is anterolateral pain in area of syndesmosis

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63
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Name the special test: squeeze fibula and tibia together (NWB) above midpoint of calf (positive outcome)

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Squeeze test - positive test pain in area of syndesmosis (good specificity)

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64
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Name the special test: stabilize distal tibia and grasp rear foot, move talus and calcaneus medially/laterally (positive outcome)

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Cotton test - positive test is translation of talus in mortise - syndesmotic injury

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65
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Name the special test: stabilize distal tibia and move lateral malleolus anterior to posterior (positive outcome)

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Fibula translation test - positive is pain reproduced along syndesmosis

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66
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Name the special test: pt in prone, knee flexed to 90 deg, compress gastroc/soleus complex at middle third (positive outcome)

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Thompson test - positive no associated ankle motion = Achilles tendon rupture - high sensitivity and specificity (90+)

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67
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Name the special test: pt in prone, palpation for most significant tender portion of Achilles, have pt actively dorsiflex ankle (positive outcome)

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Royal London Hospital Test - positive test is repeated palpation of tender spot has decreased or absent pain in dorsiflexion = Achilles tendinopathy - highly specific

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68
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Name the special test: pt in prone, active pf/df with watching for area of maximal swelling (positive outcome)

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Arc sign - positive is edema moves proximal to distal during motion = tendinopathy - high specificity

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69
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Name the special test: pt in prone, knee flexed to 90 deg - AROM for pf then df and follow with resisted eversion (positive test)

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Fibularis subluxation - subluxation/dislocation of fibularis tendons - indicative of instability

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70
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Name the special test: observe foot/calcaneal position during stance -> have pt stnad with calcaneus and lateral foot (4/5) on one in step (positive outcome)

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Coleman block test - looking at rigidity or flexibility of rear and forefoot deformity

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71
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Name the special test: pt standing with equal weight between feet, toes off edge of step -> passively extend 1st MTP until reproduction of sxs or end range df (positive outcome)

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Winlass test - positive test reproduces sxs along plantar fascia - indicative of plantar fasciitis (high specificity)

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72
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Name the special test: palpate for mass between 2nd/3rd or 3rd/4th metatarsals - push mass between met head and then grasp around forefoot compressing heads together (positive outcome)

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Mulder click test - pt experiences pain with pressing mass to plantar surface coupled with examiner feeling palpable click - mass is likely neuroma

73
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Name the special test: foot/ankle in neutral position - tap along pathway of posterior tibial nerve (MLL to above medial malleolus) (positive outcome)

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Tinels sign - pt sxs are reproduced at site of tapping or referred into foot

74
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Name the special test: with the knee extended, passively dorsiflex the ankle (positive outcome)

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Homan sign: pain in the calf may indicate DVT - LOW specificity and sensitivity

75
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Are pitch angles in a radiograph high for supinated feet or pronated feet?

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High in supinated feet - low in pronated feet

76
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In an ultrasound, what do hypoechoic (dark) regions within the tendon indicate?

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Abnormal tendon structure / tendinopathy

77
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In an ultrasound, what does fluid around the tendon indicate?

A

Peritendinitis

78
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In an ultrasound, what does fluid adjacent to the tendons indicate?

A

Bursitis

79
Q

At what age do children develop normal footprints with set arch height?

A

12-13 y.o.

80
Q

What is the most common cause for acquired flat foot in adults?

A

Tib posterior tendon dysfunction

81
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Pes cavus foot deformity can be associated with two different conditions of the foot: (2)

A

1) Charcot foot

2) spastic neurological conditions

82
Q

Pes cavus is associated with high rates of what common foot ailment:

A

Plantar fasciitis

83
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Which foot deformity is characterized by lateral deviation of great toe corresponding to medial deviation of the 1st metatarsal (bunion)?

A

Hallux valgus

84
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Does hallux valgus have a genetic component?

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Yes - >60% have family hx

85
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Is hallux valgus more common in women or men?

A

Women - 2-3x more

Women with lower BMI
Men with higher BMI

86
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Does hallux valgus result in inc fall risk?

A

Yes

87
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How is halux valgus defined:

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> 15 deg of deviation of hallux from first metatarsal

88
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What joint does a hammer toe affect?

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IP flexion deformity - most commonly 2nd due to being longer

89
Q

What joint does a claw toe affect?

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Both IP flexion and MTP extension - typically all toes due to neuromuscular disorder

90
Q

Is the extensor digitorum able to correct/extend the PIP joint with the MTP in neutral, flexed or extended positions?

A

Neutral and flexed - only if deformity is flexible; tenodesis of the extensors

91
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What deformity is abnormal flexion of the DIP?

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Mallet toe

92
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What toe does mallet toe typically occur at?

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2nd (poorly fitting shoes)

93
Q

What are the main ligamentous supports of the distal tibiofibular joint?

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Anterior inferior tibiofibular ligament - posterior inferior tibiofibular ligament - syndesmosis between tib/fib

94
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What is the primary MOI for a high ankle sprain/

A

ER with dorsiflexion of tibia on planted foot

95
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What are two indicators with syndesmotic special testing that may help confirm high ankle sprain?

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1) pain out of proportion to the injury
2) pain at the knee or shank during injury
- also pain with forceful DF/passive ER

96
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What grade syndesmosis injury requires immobilization or internal fixation?

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Grade 2-3 - significant gapping, screw fixation 1-3 cm proximal to ankle

97
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What percentage of pt’s have objective mechanical laxity after lateral ankle sprain?

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30%

98
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Ottawa ankle rules:

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1) bone tenderness in malleolar zone along medial or lateral malleoli, talar neck/head
2) bone tenderness at posterior edge or tip of lateral malleolus / posterior edeg or tip of lateral malleolus - base of 5th metatarsal - navicular
3) inability to bear weight immediately following injury and during exam

99
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What are the three Bernese rules added to the Ottawa ankle rules to inc specificity and dec false positives?

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1) indirect fibular stress - compress fibula,tibia together approx 10 cm proximal to fibular tip
2) direct medial malleolar stress - thumb pressed flat on medial malloelus
3) compression stress on mid/hindfoot - stabilized calcaneus in neutral, apply sagittal load on forefoot to compress mid/hind foot

100
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Typical characteristics of Grade I ankle sprain:

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No loss of function, no ligamentous instability, little to no ecchymosis, less than 5 deg ROM loss, less than 0.5 cm selling

101
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Typical characteristics of Grade II ankle sprain:

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Some loss of function, positive anterior drawer/negative talar tilt, ecchymosis, swelling and point tenderness, dec ROM between 5-10 deg, swelling 0.5 cm to 2 cm

102
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Typical characteristics of Grade III ankle sprain:

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Near total loss of function, positive talar tilt and anterior drawer tests, ecchymosis, extreme point tenderness, decreased ROM >10 deg, swelling > 2 cm, loss of ability to bear weight

103
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What are two factors are the current best evidence of indicators for reinjury with lateral ankle sprain?

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1) exposure to court sports / indoor sports

2) poor balance

104
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What is a good prognostic indicator for lateral ankle sprain?

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Lack of WB pain with dorsiflexion

105
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What is a negative prognostic indicator for lateral ankle sprain?

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Limited dorsiflexion is factor for re-injury

106
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What are 5 factors for high risk of reinjury with lateral ankle sprains?

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1) hx of previous ankle sprain
2) failure to use external support
3) failure to warm up with static stretch/dynamic movement
4) lacking normal ankle DF
5) failure to participate in balance prevention program after injury

107
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Do pts always demonstrate ankle joint laxity with side/side comparisons with injury?

A

No - functional ankle instability is used to distinguish lack of mechanical instability

108
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Does joint laxity or mechanical instability after an ankle sprain contribute to development of Chronic Ankle Instability (CAI)?

A

No - contributes little - more a perceived instability due to sensorimotor theory (dec joint position sense, impaired sensory pathway)

109
Q

What targeted manual therapy mobilization had immediate effect and maintained effect for 6 months with improved dynamic balance and perception of instability?

A

Specifically addressing dorsiflexion

110
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Is clinical evaluation sensitive enough to detect ankle mechanical laxity?

A

May not be - may require stress radiographs; > 7 deg talar tilt - anterior displacement of 4 mm

111
Q

Besides manual therapy, what else can be done to aid with anterior impingement?

A

Heel lift

112
Q

When is OA of the ankle common?

A

Post-traumatically - 62% associated with fracture

113
Q

What is a common prognostic factor leading to ankle OA?

A

Osteochondral defect of talar dome

114
Q

Where is a heel spur common in plantar fasciopathy?

A

Medial calcaneal tubercle

115
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What are factors for developing plantar fasciopathy?

A

Obesity
DM
decreased DF ** strongest predictor
Time spent on feet

116
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What ROM for AROM dorsiflexion is 23x more likely to develop plantar fasciopathy?

A

0 deg or less

117
Q

Does taping have a short term or long term improvement for plantar fasciopathy?

A

Short term

118
Q

Which has greater improvement: pre-fab or custom orthotics for plantar fasciopathy?

A

Marginal improvement in custom compared to pre-fab -> cost?

119
Q

What foot position may benefit more from custom foot orthoses for plantar fasciopathy?

A

Rigid and fixed flat foot deformity

120
Q

True / false: The Achilles tendon is directly attached to the plantar fascia.

A

True - need neutral arch position to adequately stretch Achilles/PF combo

121
Q

What proximal limitation in the hip contributes to the lowering of the MLL and thus plantar fasciopathy?

A

Limitations in ER

122
Q

What has better outcomes in plantar fasciopathy: plantar fasciotomy or gastroc lengthening procedure?

A

Gastroc lengthening/recession -

123
Q

Where is the sustentaculum tali located?

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Inferior to and slightly anterior to the medial malleolus, where calcaneus articulates with talus

124
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Where is the sinus tarsi located?

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Slightly inferior and anterior to lateral malleolus, tunnel between calcaneus and talus.

125
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Is a flat foot, neutral foot or supinated foot more likely to develop Sinus Tarsi Syndrome?

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Flat foot due to compression of anatomy in the tunnel

126
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Where is the Lis Franc ligament?

A

Medial aspect of first cuneiform attaching to base of second metatarsal

127
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What injury is diagnosed based on the degree of separation between 1st and 2nd metatarsals?

A

Lis Franc injury
Stage 1 - no change in
separation; no loss MLL height
Stage 2 - 1-5 mm separation; no loss MLL height
Stage 3 - >5 mm separation; loss of MLL height

128
Q

What disease is characterized by calcaneal apophysitis caused by inflammation of secondary calcaneal ossification open in childhood due to Achilles tendon traction on bone fragment?

A

Sever’s disease

129
Q

Severe’s disease affects which gender more predominantly?

A

Boys > girls

130
Q

Sever’s disease typically impacts children/adolescents playing what type of sports?

A

Higher impact (running, soccer)

131
Q

Why would a growth spurt contribute to development of Sever’s disease?

A

Greater tension on Achilles tendon -> greater deg of traction on ossification center

132
Q

What two special tests in combination are very specific (100%) in diagnosing Sever’s disease?

A

1) one leg heel raise

2) squeeze test: compress lateral sides of calcaneus just anterior and on either side of Achilles to reproduce pain

133
Q

What disease is a rare and uncommon childhood disease consisting of osteochondrosis of the navicular bone?

A

Kohler’s disease

134
Q

Typically, how long does it take the navicular to reconstitute itself with Kohler’s disease?

A

8 months - tx: soft arch support, activity modification - severe cases may require casting

135
Q

What disease is characterized by disturbance in the dorsalis pedis or medial plantar artery supplying the navicular?

A

Kohler’s disease

136
Q

What disease is classified by degenerative arthritis of the first MTP joint?

A

Hallux rigidus

137
Q

Does hallux rigidus affect males or females more often?

A

Females

138
Q

What is the grading system for Hallux Rigidus:

A

Grade 0: df 40-60, normal xray
Grade 1: 30-40 df, minimal joint change
Grade 2: 10-30 df, mild-mod joint narrowing, sclerosis
Grade 3: <10 df, < 10 pf, severe xray changes, constant pain
Grade 4: same as 3, but pain with any ROM

139
Q

What metatarsals are the common sites for metatarsalgia?

A

1st and 3rd

140
Q

What other anatomical feature is affected with 1st MTP metatarsalgia?

A

Sesamoid bones -> sesamoiditis

141
Q

Where in the foot is the most common place to develop Morton’s neuroma?

A

Between 3rd-4th metatarsals - 3rd webspace

142
Q

What may develop due to excessive dorsiflexion of the metatarsals as a result of flat foot deformity?

A

Morton’s neuroma

143
Q

What is one of the most common overuse injuries in the foot in terms of tendinopathy?

A

Noninsertional Achilles tendinopathy

144
Q

What is one of the most important factors in development of noninsertional Achilles tendinopahty?

A

Age - most common in 41-60 y.o.; also sedentary, obese

145
Q

What technique with landing inc risk for noninsertional Achilles tendinopathy?

A

Forefoot landing / toe landing strategy

146
Q

Does noninsertional Achilles tendinopathy have intermittent or constant sxs?

A

Intermittent - stiffness with NWB (sleeping)

147
Q

What questionnaire is valid and reliable for Achilles tendinopathy?

A

VISA-A: Victorian Institute of Sports Assessment-Achilles

148
Q

Does an athletic or non-athletic individual respond better to eccentric loading for Achilles tendinopathy?

A

Athletic - does have positive results either way - non-athletic is perform as tolerated, not through pain

149
Q

What is the typical duration of sxs with noninsertional Achilles tendinopathy?

A

3-6 months; 40-65% report complete resolution within this time

150
Q

What is the key characteristic of insertional Achilles tendinopathy?

A

Swelling within 2 cm of bony insertion

151
Q

Which has a poorer prognosis; insertional or noninsertional Achilles tendinopathy?

A

Insertional - 50% success rate

152
Q

Do bone spurs, Haglunds deformities impact long term outcome for insertional Achilles tendinopathy?

A

No - improve despite this involvement

153
Q

What recommendation on eccentric heel lowering is recommended for those with Haglunds deformity / impingement of superior aspect of calcaneus?

A

Limiting the movement to 0 deg for lowering

154
Q

At what age does the incidence of Achilles rupture increase?

A

> 50 y.o.

155
Q

What gender is more greatly affected by Achilles tendon rupture?

A

Males, 3-4x greater

156
Q

Do operative and non-operative approaches have similar rates of re-rupture and/or DVT?

A

Yes

157
Q

Is research trending toward immediate WB or immobilization for Achilles tendon rupture (surgical or non-surgical route)?

A

Immediate WB -> earlier return to work, greater satisfaction

Brumann states immediate full WB with immobilization in plantar flexion

158
Q

What is the leading cause of acquired flat foot deformity?

A

PTT dysfunction

159
Q

Are males or females more greatly affected by PTT dysfunction?

A

Females (80%) - obesity /overweight is also key factor

160
Q

What ligament is highly affected by PTT dysfunction?

A

Spring (calcaneonavicular) ligament

161
Q

What three muscles work synergistically to contribute to subtalar inversion/supination?

A

Flexor hallucis longus, flexor digitorum, posterior tibialis

162
Q

At what stage does PTT dysfunction become rigid?

A

Stage III

163
Q

What distinguishes between Stage 1 and 2 for PTT?

A

Flat foot deformity - flexible

164
Q

What are key exam findings distinguishing lateral ankle sprain from fibularis tendon subluxation?

A

Pain along lateral and posterior region of foot, 2-3 cm distal to lateral malleolus - occurs in cuboid tunnel or at insertion of base of 1st metatarsal

165
Q

What is the most common treatment for fibularis muscle subluxation?

A

Due to anatomical incongruities - most often is surgical

166
Q

Is osteoporosis a risk factor for ankle fractures?

A

No, but is factor in healing time

167
Q

What is the golden time frame for recovery of strength, ROM, function for an ankle fracture?

A

6 months - after 6 months, varied and slow recovery

168
Q

What is mallolar tertius?

A

The lateral and posterior aspect of the tibia

169
Q

Which of the Weber ankle fractures are more severe?

A

B and C due to involvement of syndesmosis and malleolar tertius

170
Q

What defines trimalleolar fracture?

A

Medial, lateral and malleolar tertius

171
Q

What are negative prognostic factors affecting long term outcomes for ankle fractures (5)?

A

1) osteoporosis
2) skin problems
3) PVD
4) DM
5) age related comorbidities

172
Q

Which metatarsal is the least commonly fractured metatarsal?

A

1st

173
Q

Which metatarsal fracture has the propensity to not heal and result in non-union?

A

5th - Jone’s fracture

174
Q

Which bone type does a stress fracture occur in?

A

Compact or cortical bone - slower healing than cancellous bone

175
Q

What is the female athlete triad often associated with stress fractures?

A

Amenorrhea - osteoporosis - eating disorder

176
Q

What are subjective factors important leading to diagnosis of stress fractures?

A

1) sharp inc in LE load/inc in training
2) walking on hard surfaces
3) pain at specific distance in run
4) focal tenderness along bone = key sign

177
Q

What bone developing a stress fracture may have high risk for complication?

A

Navicular - found in sprinters, hurdlers, middle distance runners

178
Q

Who is at greater risk for MTSS - males / females?

A

Females - esp higher BMI, below average activity, previous LE injury

179
Q

What are key risk factors for MTSS?

A

Inc BMI, inc navicular drop, foot pronation, limited ankle df NOT a factor

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