Podiatry and Medical - Set 2

Category - Podiatry Part II

The Thompson test is positive in which of the following conditions?
  1. Rupture of the Achilles tendon
  2. Metatarsal stress fracture
  3. Plantar fasciitis
  4. Ankle joint dislocation
Explanation
Answer − A − The Thompson test is positive in rupture of the Achilles tendon. A patient lies with knee flexed to 90° and the examiner squeezes the calf muscle; if the Achilles tendon is ruptured, the foot will not move, but if the tendon is intact, the foot will plantar flex.
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