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Footballer's ankle: a case report
Yaonan Zhang1, Hashimoto Jun, Inui Hiroaki
1Department of Orthopaedics, Beijing Hospital, China.
Chinese Medical Journal
|July 26, 2002
Summary
Footballer's ankle, characterized by anterior bony spurs, causes pain and limited dorsiflexion in athletes. Surgical removal of these spurs offers an effective treatment for anterior ankle impingement.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Sports Medicine
- Anatomy
Background:
- Footballer's ankle, or anterior ankle impingement, is a condition causing anterior ankle pain and restricted dorsiflexion.
- It is frequently observed in athletes and dancers due to repetitive microtrauma.
- The condition was initially documented by Morris and later described by McMurray.
Observation:
- Symptoms include anterior ankle pain and limited, painful dorsiflexion.
- Repetitive stress from athletic activities is a common etiological factor.
- Anterior bony spurs, specifically osteophytes on the anterior tibia and superior talus, are characteristic findings.
Findings:
- Surgical excision of anterior bony spurs (osteophytes) is a recognized treatment.
- McMurray reported positive outcomes following the removal of these spurs.
- Opening resection of osteophytes effectively addresses anterior impingement symptoms.
Implications:
- Surgical intervention can alleviate pain and improve ankle function in affected individuals.
- Understanding the etiology aids in preventative strategies for athletes.
- This condition highlights the impact of repetitive stress injuries in sports.