Sophia Tincey MBBS, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Nicola Lindsay Robertson MBChB, MRCS, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Hardi Madani FRCR, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Aniket N. Tavare MA, MBBCh, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Brian Joseph Holloway MBBCh, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Otto Chan MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Nick Webborn MBBS, MSc, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Appreciate the normal radiological anatomy of the fascia cruris Describe the pathophysiology of fascia cruri tears Classical clinical presentation and differences with Achilles tendinopathy symptomatology Imaging characteristics on US and MRI of fascia cruri tears Initial rehabilitation protocol Describe novel approach using prolotherapy and rehabilitation boot Emphasize the importance of a conditioning program  

The fascia cruris is a layer of deep fibrous connective tissue and is continuous above with the fascia lata and below with the fascia on the dorsum of the foot and the plantar aponeurosis at the sole. Injuries to this structure are not well understood but are not uncommon and we discuss the clinical presentation along with abnormal imaging findings with pathological correlation. Multi-modality illustrated examples outlining various types of tears. Evaluation of the limited treatment options available for these patients. Discussion of novel image guided interventions and their potential role in the management of tears.  

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Tincey, S, Robertson, N, Madani, H, Tavare, A, Holloway, B, Chan, O, Webborn, N, Fascia Cruri Tears- A ‘New’ Injury- Clinical Presentation, Imaging and Treatment.  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14013809.html