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Retrocalcaneal bursi

Retrocalcaneal bursitis, PCAI, exam 3

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What is retrocalcaneal bursitis also known as pump bump
Cause of pump bump Bursa lies in between calcaneus and Achilles tendon near the back of heel, becomes irritated or inflamed by constant rubbing or pressure; prolonged irritation may cause a bony growth called an "exostosis" referred to as pump bump
S/s of pump bump Tenderness, swelling, warmth, and redness
Care of pump bump doughnut pad to allow extra space between shoe and heel, choose the right sport or your foot
cause of heel bruise Forceful pounding on the bottom of the foot
S/s of heel bruise severe pain on the heel, hurts to bear full weight, if severe could cause inflammation to bone covering (periosteum)
Care of heel bruise RICE, boot or crutches if needed, doughnut pad or heel cup
Cause of plantar fasciitis Very common for all ages, tightness of the medial longitudinal arch, tightness of the calf muscles, poor insulated arch supportive shoes
S/s of plantar fasciitis Pain and tightness on the bottom of the foot, often hurts worse in the morning
Care of plantar fasciitis Stretching of muscles involved, foam rolling arch and calf muscles, severe cases: forces dorsiflexion splints
Common fractures of metatarsals are a ____ fracture basic
Cause of common fractures of metatarsals direct force, twisting motion
s/s of common fractures of metatarsals swelling and pain
Why do you need imaging for a common fracture of metatarsals t can be hard to differ between sprain and fracture
Care for fractures of metatarsals PRICE, boot, or cast
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