Ankle/Foot Disorders

What movement typically causes a lateral ankle sprain?

• Dorsiflexion

• Eversion

• Inversion of plantar flexed foot

• Hyperextension

Which ligament is most commonly damaged in a lateral ankle sprain?

• Medial deltoid ligament

• Anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL)

• Posterior talofibular ligament (PTFL)

• Calcaneofibular ligament (CFL)

Which test is indicated for high ankle sprains to assess pain when pressure is applied?

• Anterior drawer test

• Eversion stress test

• Squeeze test

• Inversion stress test

Which guideline is used to determine the necessity of an X-ray in ankle injuries?

• Berlin guidelines

• Ottawa ankle rules

• Manchester guidelines

• Geneva protocol

Which nerve is compressed in Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome?

• Sciatic nerve

• Tibial nerve

• Femoral nerve

• Dorsalis nerve

What is often the mechanism of injury for an Achilles tendon rupture?

• Excessive knee extension

• Forceful hip rotation

• Pushing off or forceful plantar flexion

• Sudden ankle inversion

Which symptom is commonly reported by patients with an Achilles tendon rupture?

• A feeling of being kicked in the shin

• A snapping sound in the ankle

• A sensation as if something hit the back of the ankle or calf

• Numbness in the heel

What is the name of the joint that connects the midfoot to the forefoot?

• Ankle joint

• Lisfranc joint

• Midtarsal (Chopart) joint

• Metatarsophalangeal joint

What is pathognomonic for a TMT (Lisfranc) injury but not always present?

• Swelling of the midfoot

• Inability to bear weight or stand on toes

• Plantar ecchymosis

• Pain in the midfoot

What is the typical treatment for a non-displaced Jones fracture?

• Immediate surgery

• Physical therapy only

• Cast or boot

• Post op shoe