Test 1.4 Flashcards
Why is q-angel larger in females than males
Because of structural characteristics of the pelvis
Explain hallux Valgus
Lateral angulation of great toe at 1st MTP joint aka “bunion”
What is Morton’s toe and what does it predisposition patient to?
2nd toe is longer then great toe
Predisposition to March Fx
What are hammer toes
Hyperextension of MTP joints
Flexion of PIP joint
DIP may be flexed, extended or neutral
What is claw toe and what does it lead to
Hypertension of MTP joint
Flexion of DIP & PIP
Callus formation at PIP an tip of toe
Leads to Pes Cavus
What is a natural foot called
Pes Rectus
What is equinis foot what causes it
Foot that is excessively plantar flexed from neutral
Results in lack of ankle dorsi flexion
Stiff Achilles’ tendon or hypertrophic triceps surae
What is rear foot Valgus and what is it associated with
Calcaneus is everted compared to subtalar joint and shank
Associated with Pes Planus
What is rear foot Varus what is it associated with
Calcaneus appears inverted compared to subtalar joint and shank
Associated with Pes Cavus
What is forefoot Valgus
Forefoot appears everted or deviating in an inferno medial direction
What is forefoot Varus
Forefoot appears inverted or deviating in superolateral direction
Where does a most of natural pressure contain on the bottom of shoe
Natural crease along toe box and lateral side of the heel
What is tibial Varum
Distal 1/3 if tibia deviates towards the mid-line making the lower leg look bow-legged
What is tibial Valgum
Distal 1/3 of tibia deviates away from midline making it look duck legged
Which is more common tibial Valgum or tibia Varum
Tibial Varum