AN19.1-7 | Back of Leg & Sole — Gate Quiz

A patient is asked to plantarflex his foot against resistance. Which muscle would be the primary contributor when the knee is in full extension?

Which of the following correctly describes the nerve supply and primary action of the popliteus muscle?

During examination of a 32-year-old badminton player with acute posterior leg pain, you squeeze the calf in mid-portion and observe no plantar flexion of the foot. This finding indicates:

Calcaneal tendon ruptures most commonly occur at the 'avascular zone'. What is the location of this zone?

A post-operative patient is advised early ambulation to prevent deep vein thrombosis. The primary venous return mechanism being activated by walking is:

The primary static support of the medial longitudinal arch of the foot is provided by:

A newborn is noted to have a foot in equinus, varus, and adducted position. The correct first-line management is:

A 48-year-old police constable presents with right heel pain that is most severe on taking the first few steps after waking up but improves after 10-15 minutes of walking. Examination reveals point tenderness at the medial calcaneal tubercle. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Which of the following structures pass posterior to the medial malleolus in the tarsal tunnel, and in what order (anterior to posterior)?

A 35-year-old presents with adult-acquired flat foot. On examination, standing on tiptoe does not restore the medial arch, and there is a 'too many toes sign' on posterior view. The most likely underlying pathology is: