Recognizing unusual tendon pathology at the ankle.

It is difficult to recognize tendon pathology in the ankle area when there is no open wound. This manuscript was written to indicate subtle characteristics associated with tendon trauma around the ankle. Failure to recognize these problems will result in improper treatment or lack of treatment and the results may be disastrous to the patient. Diagnostic aids, such as radiographs, ultrasound, or tenography, may be valuable; however, a careful physical examination should make it possible to diagnose correctly and to treat tendon pathology surrounding the ankle.