Anterior ankle impingement syndromes

Semin Musculoskelet Radiol. 2008 Jun;12(2):146-53. doi: 10.1055/s-2008-1078702.

Abstract

Ankle impingement syndromes are painful conditions that may complicate ankle trauma and are characterized by chronic, progressive pain, swelling, and limitation of movement. These disorders are subclassified according to anatomical location about the tibiotalar joint. This article reviews the various forms of anterior ankle impingement, detailing the unique clinical features, anatomical considerations, pathoetiology, and imaging findings for each.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Ankle Joint* / diagnostic imaging
  • Ankle Joint* / pathology
  • Cumulative Trauma Disorders / diagnosis*
  • Cumulative Trauma Disorders / physiopathology
  • Humans
  • Joint Diseases / diagnosis
  • Joint Diseases / physiopathology
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Radiography
  • Talus / diagnostic imaging
  • Talus / pathology
  • Tibia / diagnostic imaging
  • Tibia / pathology