Lateral Swivel Dislocation of the Hindfoot : A Case Report and Literature Review

Abstract

ABSTRACT Lateral swivel dislocation, a subtype pattern of dislocations occurring at mid tarsal joint is a rare type of injury. A medially or laterally directed force applied to the forefoot causes dislocation of the talonavicular joint but not subtalar joint. The calcaneum alongwith the remaining foot swivels on the intact interosseous talocalcaneal ligament. The present case report is a more rare lateral swivel type of dislocation of talonavicular joint in a 25-year-old male. The article also presents a comprehensive review of literature and management of such type of injuries of the hindfoot . How to cite this article Kapila R, Verka Ps, Garg Rs, Ahmed M. Lateral Swivel Dislocation of the Hindfoot: A Case Report and Literature Review. J Foot Ankle Surg (Asia-Pacific) 2015;2(1): 41-43.