Peroneal Tendon Tears

비골건 손상

  • Moon, Sung-Hoon (Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kangwon National University Hospital) ;
  • Lee, Kang (Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kangwon National University Hospital)
  • 문성훈 (강원대학교 의학전문대학원 정형외과학교실) ;
  • 이강 (강원대학교 의학전문대학원 정형외과학교실)
  • Received : 2012.10.16
  • Accepted : 2012.11.13
  • Published : 2012.12.15

Abstract

Tear of the peroneal tendons are diagnosed increasingly. Peroneal tendons should always be evaluated when identifying the source of pain in patients with chronic ankle pain. Thorough physical examination with imaging studies are required to achieve accurate diagnosis and favorable outcome. The present article reviews the anatomy and current treatment options for peroneal tendon tears.

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