Rupture of Peroneal Tendon
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
Phase 1
Weight Bearing Restrictions
Phase 2
Single Leg Squat And Touch
Phase 3
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