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Which muscle unites with the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles to form the Achilles tendon?
Which muscle unites with the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles to form the Achilles tendon?
What is the approximate length of the Achilles tendon?
What is the approximate length of the Achilles tendon?
Which term is used to describe walking on the soles of the foot in a balanced tripod position?
Which term is used to describe walking on the soles of the foot in a balanced tripod position?
Which section of the foot and ankle is divided into hindfoot, midfoot, and forefoot?
Which section of the foot and ankle is divided into hindfoot, midfoot, and forefoot?
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What is the term used to describe the abnormal valgus position of the hindfoot?
What is the term used to describe the abnormal valgus position of the hindfoot?
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Which surgical technique involves cleaning up the area of a tendon?
Which surgical technique involves cleaning up the area of a tendon?
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Which surgical technique involves the indirect repair of ligaments?
Which surgical technique involves the indirect repair of ligaments?
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Which surgical technique involves the cutting and realignment of bone?
Which surgical technique involves the cutting and realignment of bone?
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What is the main function of the Achilles tendon?
What is the main function of the Achilles tendon?
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Why is the Achilles tendon vulnerable to pathology?
Why is the Achilles tendon vulnerable to pathology?
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Which tendon is used for Achilles tendon transfer surgery?
Which tendon is used for Achilles tendon transfer surgery?
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What is the surgical approach to the Tibialis Posterior tendon?
What is the surgical approach to the Tibialis Posterior tendon?
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What is the main action of the Tibialis Posterior tendon?
What is the main action of the Tibialis Posterior tendon?
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What are the presenting symptoms/signs of Tibialis Posterior insufficiency?
What are the presenting symptoms/signs of Tibialis Posterior insufficiency?
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What is the surgical treatment option for Tibialis Posterior insufficiency?
What is the surgical treatment option for Tibialis Posterior insufficiency?
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What is the surgical management option for ankle arthritis in the 'late' disease stage?
What is the surgical management option for ankle arthritis in the 'late' disease stage?
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What is the surgical approach used for ankle arthrodesis (fusion)?
What is the surgical approach used for ankle arthrodesis (fusion)?
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What is the main indication for ankle arthroplasty?
What is the main indication for ankle arthroplasty?
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What artery supplies the Achilles tendon?
What artery supplies the Achilles tendon?
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What is the weakest area of blood supply in the Achilles tendon?
What is the weakest area of blood supply in the Achilles tendon?
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Which ligament is commonly injured in ankle sprains?
Which ligament is commonly injured in ankle sprains?
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What is the most common symptom of hallux valgus?
What is the most common symptom of hallux valgus?
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What is the recommended initial treatment for an acute lateral ligament sprain?
What is the recommended initial treatment for an acute lateral ligament sprain?
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What is the purpose of the anterior drawer test?
What is the purpose of the anterior drawer test?
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What is the recommended approach for diagnosing chronic instability?
What is the recommended approach for diagnosing chronic instability?
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What is the most common surgical treatment for hallux valgus?
What is the most common surgical treatment for hallux valgus?
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What is the purpose of the dorsomedial approach to the great toe?
What is the purpose of the dorsomedial approach to the great toe?
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What is the key to an accurate diagnosis of ankle injuries?
What is the key to an accurate diagnosis of ankle injuries?
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What is the first step in the treatment of hallux valgus?
What is the first step in the treatment of hallux valgus?
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What should be considered if the tibiotalocalcaneal (TTC) joint or the calcaneocuboid joint (CCJ) is involved?
What should be considered if the tibiotalocalcaneal (TTC) joint or the calcaneocuboid joint (CCJ) is involved?
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Which nerve is generally constant at the tip of the index finger?
Which nerve is generally constant at the tip of the index finger?
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What is the main symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome?
What is the main symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome?
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Which muscle is responsible for the opposition of the thumb?
Which muscle is responsible for the opposition of the thumb?
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What advantage does the human hand have over other primates?
What advantage does the human hand have over other primates?
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Which structure is commonly involved in carpal tunnel syndrome?
Which structure is commonly involved in carpal tunnel syndrome?
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Which nerve is primarily affected in carpal tunnel syndrome?
Which nerve is primarily affected in carpal tunnel syndrome?
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What are the common symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome?
What are the common symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome?
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Which condition can result in a closed injury where a tendon pulls off the bone?
Which condition can result in a closed injury where a tendon pulls off the bone?
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What is the surgical treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome?
What is the surgical treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome?
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What is the main cause of trigger fingers?
What is the main cause of trigger fingers?
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What treatment options are available for trigger fingers?
What treatment options are available for trigger fingers?
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What structures are commonly affected in tendon injuries?
What structures are commonly affected in tendon injuries?
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Which condition is characterized by thickening of the bands in the palm and pulling of the fingers down over time?
Which condition is characterized by thickening of the bands in the palm and pulling of the fingers down over time?
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What is the main risk factor for Dupuytren's disease?
What is the main risk factor for Dupuytren's disease?
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Which muscle tendons in the hand are responsible for bending the middle joints of the fingers?
Which muscle tendons in the hand are responsible for bending the middle joints of the fingers?
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What is the unique characteristic of the deep tendons in the hand?
What is the unique characteristic of the deep tendons in the hand?
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Which layer of tissue anchors the skin down to the skeleton of the hand?
Which layer of tissue anchors the skin down to the skeleton of the hand?
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What is the function of the Palmer fascia in gripping objects?
What is the function of the Palmer fascia in gripping objects?
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What happens if the Palmer fascia is absent?
What happens if the Palmer fascia is absent?
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Which part of the hand is the Palmer fascia located?
Which part of the hand is the Palmer fascia located?
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Which muscle is responsible for actively bending the metacarpal pharyngeal joints?
Which muscle is responsible for actively bending the metacarpal pharyngeal joints?
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What is the main cause of wobbliness in the end of the middle finger when bending it?
What is the main cause of wobbliness in the end of the middle finger when bending it?
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Which finger do orthopaedic trainees commonly mistake as the one that is messed up when examining a hand injury?
Which finger do orthopaedic trainees commonly mistake as the one that is messed up when examining a hand injury?
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What is the distribution of nerve supply in the hand?
What is the distribution of nerve supply in the hand?
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Which muscle(s) have a dual insertion?
Which muscle(s) have a dual insertion?
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What is the main function of the muscles with a dual insertion?
What is the main function of the muscles with a dual insertion?
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Which joint(s) do the muscles with a dual insertion contribute to the flexion movement?
Which joint(s) do the muscles with a dual insertion contribute to the flexion movement?
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What is the purpose of the muscles' insertion into the extensor tendon?
What is the purpose of the muscles' insertion into the extensor tendon?
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What are the additional functions of the muscles with a dual insertion?
What are the additional functions of the muscles with a dual insertion?
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Which joint(s) benefit from the muscles' insertion into the extensor tendon?
Which joint(s) benefit from the muscles' insertion into the extensor tendon?
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