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5 days ago · The Ottawa Ankle Rules determine the need for X-rays in acute ankle or foot injuries. Ankle X-ray is only required if: There is any pain in the malleolar zone; and, any one of the following: Bone tenderness along the distal 6 cm of the posterior edge of the tibia or tip of the medial malleolus, or.
3 days ago · Central ray: mid-ankle joint *NOTE: It is very important that the foot be flexed for all views to open up the space between foot and ankle if patient is able to tolerate it. STRESS VIEWS
The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body. It connects your calf muscles to your heel bone and is used when you walk, run, and jump. Although the Achilles tendon can withstand great stresses from running and jumping, it is vulnerable to injury.
4 days ago · Images. Summary. Osteochondritis Dissecans is a pathologic lesion affecting articular cartilage and subchondral bone with variable clinical patterns. Diagnosis may be made radiographically (notch view) but MRI usually required to determine size and stability of lesion, and to document the degree of cartilage injury.
3 days ago · Ankle injuries and ankle disorders can affect tendons and cartilage. Learn about different kinds of ankle problems including sprains and fractures.
7 hours ago · A forceful blow directly on your bone can cause fracture. Non-displaced bone fracture is one of the most common types of fractures. Learn the treatments and prognosis. A broken bone is referred to as a fracture in medical term. You end up dealing with a fracture when a powerful force is applying to one of your bones.
3 days ago · Foot and Ankle International: SR of RCTs and pre-post study designs: Chronic AT: ESWT: Placebo, or other nonsurgical intervention: Pain, function: 6: 365 (treated tendons) PEDro Risk of bias assessment tool: ESWT was effective in reducing pain and increasing function at a minimum 3 months’ follow-up: No funding. Bannuru et al. (2014) 22: USA ...
