Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome - Special Tests | Rationale & Interpretation

The video tutorial covers three tests used in diagnosing tarsal tunnel syndrome: Tinel's test, dorsiflexion eversion test, and triple compression test. Tinel's test is noted for its weak clinical value, while the dorsiflexion eversion and triple compression tests have strong psychometric properties. The tutorial explains the procedures, positions, and expected outcomes of each test, emphasizing the importance of specificity and sensitivity in diagnosing tarsal tunnel syndrome.

What is the primary limitation of the Tinel's test in diagnosing tarsal tunnel syndrome?

• It has weak clinical value.

• It is too complex to perform.

• It requires expensive equipment.

• It is not covered in medical curriculum.

Which symptom has the highest sensitivity in the dorsiflexion eversion test?

• Numbness

• Tenderness

• Pain

• Burning sensation

What is the specificity of the dorsiflexion eversion test?

• 57%

• 100%

• 85%

• 25%

During the dorsiflexion eversion test, what position is the patient's ankle placed in?

• Maximum dorsiflexion and eversion

• Maximum inversion and eversion

• Maximum plantar flexion and inversion

• Neutral position

What is the specificity of the triple compression test?

• 100%

• 85%

• 25%

• 57%

How long should the pressure be applied during the triple compression test?

• 30 seconds

• 20 seconds

• 40 seconds

• 10 seconds

What is the expected outcome of a positive triple compression test?

• Improved balance

• Distal numbness, paresthesia, or pain

• Reduced swelling

• Increased flexibility