Rupture of Peroneal Tendon

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Definition:
A solution of continuity or a tear; a break of the peroneal tendon.
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Symptoms
  • Pain inferior and posterior to the lateral mallelous
  • Swelling inferior and posterior to the lateral mallelous
  • Loss of strength in the ankle
  • Lateral ankle instability
Causes
  • Inversion ankle injury
  • Powerful contraction of peroneal muscles with a forefully dorsiflexed foot
  • Degeneration
  • Faulty biomechanics
Treatment
  • Possible surgical intervention
  • Progressing to ROM and stretching
  • Ankle stabilization exercises
  • Lower extremity strengthening
  • Gait mechanics correction

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