Chronic exertional compartment syndrome of the superficial posterior compartment: Soleus syndrome

Abstract

Chronic exertional compartment syndrome (CECS) represents the second most-common cause of exertional leg pain with incidence of 27-33%. CECS of the superficial posterior compartment, or soleus syndrome, is rare and has only been discussed briefly in the literature. We discuss the management of two patients with bilateral soleus syndrome or CECS of the superficial posterior compartment.

Some Clinical Characteristics Related to Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome in Military Sports Athletes

“…Based on the cause of injury, compartment pressure (CP), and the recuperate ability of compressed muscle and nerve, compartment syndrome is divided into two main types: Acute compartment syndrome and chronic compartment syndrome. Among them, chronic compartment syndrome is the second most common cause of leg pain on exertion, with prevalence ranging from 27 -33% [1]. Chronic exertional compartment syndrome (CECS) is often observed in running athletes and marching military members, with many related factors such as gender, age, anatomical features of the leg, and sports activities [1,2].…”

“…Among them, chronic compartment syndrome is the second most common cause of leg pain on exertion, with prevalence ranging from 27 -33% [1]. Chronic exertional compartment syndrome (CECS) is often observed in running athletes and marching military members, with many related factors such as gender, age, anatomical features of the leg, and sports activities [1,2]. While it is very important to investigate the clinical characteristics of the risk group, there has been no research on CP in labor, training, and sports in Vietnam.…”