Charcot-marie-tooth disease in a high school tennis player.
A high school tennis player had recurrent ankle sprains that were initially attributed to incomplete rehabilitation. A closer look revealed subtle symptoms of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT), a common, inherited neuromuscular disorder. This case underscores the importance of a wide differential diagnosis when encountering recurrent conditions. Early diagnosis of CMT is imperative so that appropriate injury-prevention measures can be taken.
Stadler
Teresa S
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Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Scott & White Memorial Hospital and Clinic, Texas A&M University Health Science Center, College of Medicine, Temple, TX, 76508, USA. tstadler@swmail.sw.org.
Ross
David
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