Metatarsophalangeal joint sprain: Difference between revisions

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Background

  • Acute or chronic hyperdorsiflexion of 1st MTP joint while foot remains in plantarflexion

Diagnosis

  • Clinical diagnosis
  • Passive ranging results in pathologically increased ROM
  • Imaging may show capsular avulsion

Treatment

  • Rest, ice, elevation

Source

  • Tintinalli