Lower Extremity Treatment Flashcards
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Which of the following best describes the mechanism of Morton's neuroma?
Answer: Perineural fibrosis of the common digital nerve, most often in the 3rd interspace
Morton's neuroma is a perineural fibrosis of the common plantar digital nerve, classically in the 3rd intermetatarsal space.
A positive Ober test finding (thigh does not adduct to the table from the abducted side-lying position) indicates tightness of the:
Answer: Iliotibial band and tensor fasciae latae complex
The Ober test stretches the ITB/TFL; inability to adduct indicates contracture or tightness of this lateral hip and thigh complex.
Which taping technique is used to offload the Achilles tendon by reducing tensile load during rehabilitation?
Answer: Heel lift with calcaneal taping in mild plantarflexion
A calcaneal lift tape in slight plantarflexion reduces Achilles tensile stress by shortening the functional length of the tendon unit.
After an inversion ankle sprain, which proprioceptive rehabilitation sequence is most appropriate?
Answer: Static balance → dynamic balance → sport-specific tasks
Progressive proprioceptive rehab moves from static (single-leg stance) to dynamic (perturbation) to sport-specific challenges to restore neuromuscular control.
A patient with patellofemoral pain syndrome shows a J-sign on knee extension. This indicates:
Answer: Lateral tracking and sudden medial movement as the knee reaches full extension
The J-sign describes lateral patellar tracking that abruptly shifts medially near full extension, suggesting VMO weakness and lateral retinacular tightness.
The squeeze test (compression of the tibia and fibula at mid-calf) is used to detect:
Answer: High ankle sprain (syndesmotic injury)
The squeeze test transmits force through the interosseous membrane to stress the anterior inferior tibiofibular ligament (syndesmosis); pain indicates high ankle sprain.
Which clinical finding most strongly suggests a complete Achilles tendon rupture rather than a severe Achilles tendinopathy?
Answer: Palpable gap in the tendon and positive Thompson test
A palpable defect combined with a positive Thompson test (no plantarflexion with calf squeeze) confirms complete Achilles rupture.