The Heel Thump Test is commonly used to diagnose ankle syndesmosis injury, involving a firm thump to the heel to check for pain in the syndesmosis area, which is indicative of a sprain.
Heel Thump Test
Learn how the Heel Thump Test helps diagnose syndesmosis injuries, including its procedure, benefits, and limitations, with our detailed guide and template.
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The Heel Thump Test can also help diagnose stress fractures by identifying pain responses from a firm thump to the heel, indicating possible bone injury or fracture.
Kleiger's Test, or the external rotation stress test, is used to diagnose syndesmosis injuries and deltoid ligament injuries. The patient's foot is externally rotated while the ankle is stabilized to check for pain, which suggests ligament damage. This test is different from the Heel Thump Test.
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