Rupture of Peroneal Tendon
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Definition:
A solution of continuity or a tear; a break of the peroneal tendon.
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