Can you solve this puzzle?

by samantha_ashenhurst | March 30, 2023 9:06 am

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Presentation

Eight-year-old German short-haired pointer presents for three-week history of this partial plantigrade stance with the digits flexed in a claw-like position. There is palpable swelling above the calcaneus.

Question 1: Which of the following is not a component of the common calcaneal tendon?
	Gastrocnemius tendon
	Deep digital flexor tendon
	Superficial digital flexor tendon

Question 2: This patient has a partial rupture of the common calcaneal tendon. Based on the stance, which component remains intact?
	Gastrocnemius tendon
	Superficial digital flexor tendon
	Gracilis muscle

Question 3: The preferred treatment is:
	Suture of the tendon(s) and splint bandage placement
	Placement of a splint bandage
	Suture of the tendon(s)

Score Me!

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