Ability to Show the Knuckles in Forefoot Helps to Assess Intrinsic Muscle Function
Category: Midfoot/Forefoot; Lesser Toes Introduction/Purpose: The plantar plate stabilizes the metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ). When the plantar plate is disrupted the static forces resisting the strong extensor muscles are compromised, overwhelming the intrinsic muscles of the foot resulting in to...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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SAGE Publishing
2020-10-01
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| Series: | Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1177/2473011420S00375 |