Lisfranc Injury in the Athlete
Lisfranc injuries refer to a disruption or destabilization of the Lisfranc joint complex or tarsometatarsal joint complex. These injuries are relatively rare; however, clinical signs are subtle with the injury diagnosis frequently missed. A delay in diagnosis can negatively impact the patient’s outc...
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| Formato: | Capítulo de libro |
| Lenguaje: | inglés |
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IntechOpen
2022
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| Acceso en línea: | https://www.intechopen.com/chapters/84145 |
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| Sumario: | Lisfranc injuries refer to a disruption or destabilization of the Lisfranc joint complex or tarsometatarsal joint complex. These injuries are relatively rare; however, clinical signs are subtle with the injury diagnosis frequently missed. A delay in diagnosis can negatively impact the patient’s outcome with sequelae ranging from post-traumatic osteoarthritis to a dysfunctional foot. Therefore, evaluating midfoot injuries requires a high index of suspicion and thorough examination for a tarsometatarsal joint complex injury to allow for maximal return of function and rapid return to sport. The mechanism of Lisfranc injuries in athletes tend to be relatively low-energy which differs from more common higher-energy injuries such as car accidents. Most importantly, identifying and treating Lisfranc injuries requires understanding of the structural anatomy and stability of the midfoot. |
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| ISBN: | 978-1-80356-830-0 |
| DOI: | 10.5772/intechopen.107065 |