Acute and Chronic Subtalar Joint Instability: Does It Really Exist?

Foot Ankle Clin. 2023 Jun;28(2):427-444. doi: 10.1016/j.fcl.2022.12.008. Epub 2023 Mar 27.

Abstract

Acute and chronic subtalar instability and commonly coexistent with other hindfoot pathology but can be difficult to diagnose. A high degree of clinical suspicion is required as most imaging modalities and clinical maneuvers are poor at detecting isolated subtalar instability. The initial treatment is similar to ankle instability, and a wide variety of operative interventions have been presented in the literature for persistent instability. Outcomes are variable and limited.

Keywords: Calcaneofibular ligament; Cervical ligament; Instability; Interosseous ligament; Subtalar.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Ankle Joint / surgery
  • Foot
  • Humans
  • Joint Instability* / diagnosis
  • Joint Instability* / surgery
  • Subtalar Joint* / surgery