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Fibular Translation Test

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Other Names

  • Fibular translation test

Purpose

Demonstration of the Fibular Translation Test[1]

Description

  • The patient is seated
  • Examiner attempts to draw the fibula forward and backward with the tibia stabilized
  • Positive test
    • Increased translation as compared with the contralateral side accompanied by pain

Pathology


Evidence

  • Unknown

See Also


References

  1. de-las-Heras Romero, Jorge, et al. "Management of syndesmotic injuries of the ankle." EFORT open reviews 2.9 (2017): 403-409.
Created by:
John Kiel on 12 July 2021 14:29:20
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29 March 2023 18:23:23
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