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MSK Podiatry ExamQuestions with
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Denning Muriithi [Date] [Course title]
, MSK podiatry
1. Bunion (hallux valgus) Answer: lateral deviation of hallux (great
toe) on the first metatarsal
HPI- genetics, shoes (high heels), 1st metatarsal
hypermobility DX- clinical, Xray
tx; wider shoes, orthotics, ice, NSAIDS, surgical revision
2. osteoarthritis of 1st MT Answer: sx-
pain, stiffness PE- decreased MTP joint
ROM (hallux rigidus)
tx- supportive shoes, ice, medrol dos pak, surgery
3. Hammertoe deformity Answer: herron toes, contracted digits
4. interdigital (morton's neuroma) Answer: compressive neuropathy of
the interdigital nerve --> interdigital nerve inflammation
3rd interdigital space m/c
etiology- sports, overpronation, tight shoes
sx- numbness/pain of plantar surface between 3rd and 4th toes
Dx- clinical --> *mulder sign* - (clicking sensation when erspace
palpating int simultaneously squeezing metatarsal joints) while
tx: orthotics, wide shoes, *cortisone injection, alcohol sclerosing
injection*, surgical removal
5. stress fx Answer:
etiology- trauma dx- XR
tx- immobilization 4-6 weeks
6. plantar fascitis Answer: etiology- obesity, prolonged standing/jumping,
flat feet, reduced ankle dorsiflexion
sx- heel pain worse in morning, after inactivity, or with
prolonged WB Dx- TTP at insertion of plantar fascia, lateral /
arch pain d/t pronation d t
tx- stretching, ice, NSAIDS, medrol dos pak, cortisone injection, orthotics
7. onychocryptosis Answer: ingrown toenail
8. paronychia Answer: infection alongside the nail
etiology- poorly fitting shoes, excessive trimming of lateral nail plate,
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