Metatarsophalangeal joint sprain

Background

  • Also known as "turf toe"
  • Acute or chronic hyperdorsiflexion of 1st MTP joint while foot remains in plantarflexion

Evaluation

  • Passive ranging results in pathologically increased ROM
  • Imaging may show capsular avulsion

Differential Diagnosis

Foot diagnoses

Acute

Subacute/Chronic

Evaluation

  • Clinical diagnosis

Management

  • Rest, ice, elevation

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