Foot Pathologies Flashcards
1
Q
What is the march fracture?
A
stress fractures (2nd, 3rd, 4th metatarsals)
2
Q
What is the Lisfranc joint injury
A
Fracture or separation of mid-foot TMT joints
3
Q
What is Exostosis?
A
-Bone spurs: Benign bony outcropping
4
Q
What is Hallux Valgus?
A
Bunions: Great toe bent away from midline
5
Q
What is Pes Planus?
A
Flatfoot: Collapsed arch of foot
6
Q
How do you image for stress views?
A
-True AP position
Foot in as much dorsiflexion as possible
-Forced inversion/enversion
Done by radiologist or orthopaedic surgeon
Use lead gloves
