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  • Sports Medicine
  • Orthopedics
  • Biomechanics

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  • Exertional leg pain is a frequent complaint among runners.
  • Chronic exertional compartment syndrome (CECS) is a key differential diagnosis for this pain.
  • Understanding CECS is crucial for effective runner management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the diagnostic considerations for CECS in runners.
  • To describe the typical presentation and diagnostic methods for CECS.
  • To present the spectrum of treatment options for CECS.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical presentation of CECS.
  • Emphasis on diagnostic criteria including history, physical examination, and compartment pressure monitoring.
  • Discussion of conservative and surgical management strategies.

Main Results:

  • CECS presents as a reproducible, tight, cramping ache during running, relieved by rest.
  • Diagnosis is confirmed by intramuscular compartment pressure monitoring.
  • Conservative care (activity modification) is effective for milder cases.

Conclusions:

  • CECS must be considered in runners with exertional leg pain.
  • A combination of clinical assessment and pressure monitoring aids diagnosis.
  • Treatment is tailored to severity, with surgery (fasciotomy) reserved for severe or refractory cases.