Midtarsal joint sprain: Comparative study of functional vs. orthopedic treatment

Midtarsal joint sprain: A case report

“…6 Ligament injuries are classified into three grades: Plain film radiographs may demonstrate ligamentous boneinsertion avulsions 8 (Figure 9), although these are often not visible, making it a poor screening tool for midtarsal sprain. 2 Computed tomography (CT) is highly sensitive and, as was the case with the patient in this case study, may reveal fractures not otherwise detected on plain film radiographs. 5 The Chopart joint complex is readily evaluated on ankle MRI, due to its high sensitivity for detecting typical contusions or nondisplaced impaction fractures (Figure 10).…”

“…5 Mid tarsal joint sprains are relatively rare, representing approximately 3%-4% of all foot and ankle injuries, and are frequently missed or misdiagnosed as a lateral ankle sprain. [1][2][3] Detection is essential, due to the importance of stability of the talonavicular joint to satisfactory function of the ankle. 1 Midtarsal joint sprain is typically acute, as a result of traumatic foot inversion (75%) or plantar hyperflexion (22%) from a sporting injury, motor vehicle accident or fall from height.…”

“…Injuries involving the midtarsal joint complex are relatively rare and frequently missed or misdiagnosed, resulting in poor functional outcomes. 1 They are hard to diagnose clinically 2 and poor diagnostic recognition may lead to painful sequelae in the absence of appropriate treatment. 3 This case report presents a patient with a history of ankle trauma where ultrasound recognition of midtarsal joint changes resulted in diagnostic recognition of a midtarsal joint sprain.…”