Calcaneal Avulsion Fractures: An Often Forgotten Diagnosis.
OBJECTIVE
The calcaneus is the primary weight bearing bone in the heel, and its many surface contours render it a relatively difficult bone to visualize in its entirety. The stabilizing ligaments that hold the calcaneus in place occupy very specific locations, and the Achilles tendon enthesis is in a relatively constant location; therefore, avulsion fractures occur in reproducible locations.


CONCLUSIONS
The mechanisms of injuries include overuse and neuropathic conditions, although most cases are related to trauma.
1 Both authors: Department of Radiology, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, 395 West 12th Ave, Ste 481, Columbus, OH 43210.
Sarah M
SM
Yu
1 Both authors: Department of Radiology, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, 395 West 12th Ave, Ste 481, Columbus, OH 43210.
Joseph S
JS
Yu
D000125:Achilles Tendon / Q000293:injuries; D002111:Calcaneus / Q000293:injuries*; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D003952:Diagnostic Imaging; D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D008022:Ligaments / Q000293:injuries; D013708:Tendon Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis
avulsion; calcaneus; foot; fracture; ligament; plantar fascia; tendon