Lisfranc Injuries in the Athlete

Foot Ankle Int. 2016 Dec;37(12):1374-1380. doi: 10.1177/1071100716675293.

Abstract

Lisfranc injuries to the tarsometatarsal complex of the midfoot have become increasingly recognized in the athletic population. Regardless of mechanism, any injury that results in instability in the midfoot requires operative stabilization to preserve function and enable return to sport. In this manuscript, the anatomy, etiology, prevalence, current treatment modalities, and clinical outcomes of patients who suffer Lisfranc injuries are reviewed, with a special focus on the unique characteristics surrounding such an injury in an athlete.

Level of evidence: Level V, expert opinion.

Keywords: biomechanics; midfoot injury; sports.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Athletic Injuries* / diagnostic imaging
  • Athletic Injuries* / therapy
  • Foot Injuries / diagnostic imaging
  • Foot Injuries / therapy
  • Foot Joints / injuries*
  • Fracture Dislocation / therapy
  • Humans
  • Joint Dislocations / diagnostic imaging
  • Joint Dislocations / therapy
  • Joint Instability / surgery
  • Metatarsal Bones / injuries*
  • Radiography
  • Return to Sport
  • Tarsal Bones / injuries*