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ST for Ankle
Special tests for ankle and lower leg. (Implications only)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Longitudinal Compression of Tibia & Fibula | Fx of Tibia or Fibula |
| Transverse compression of Tibia & Fibula | Fx of Tibia or Fibula |
| Anterior Drawer | Sprain of anterior talofibular ligament |
| Talar Tilt | Sprain of the calcaneofibular ligament |
| Kleiger Test | Tear of the deltoid ligament |
| Thompson test | Rupture of the Achilles Tendon |
| Homan's Sign | Deep vein thrombophlebitis, blood clot in lower leg |
| Valgus Stress Testing of MTP and IP Joints | MCL sprain of invovled joint |
| Varus Stress Testing of MTP and IP Joints | LCL sprain of involved joint |
| Intermetatarsal Glide Test | traum to deep transverse metatarsal ligament. Interossseous ligament or both. P! w/o presence of laxity may indicate presence of a neuroma |
| Tarsoetatarsal and Midtarsal Joint Glides | Increased glide: Ligamentous Laxity Decreased glide: joint adhsions, articular change causing coalition of joint |
| Test for Supple Pes Planus | Medial Longitudinal Arch: |
| Navicular Drop Test | Hyperpronated foot |