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A member asked:
Why do i feel pulse (without touch) around lateral malleolus when my foot is elevated?aware of artery in medial malleolus, but this is opposite side.
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No artery there: You're right, there is no artery behind or near the lateral malleolus. This observation of yours, has to be caused by one of the peroneal tendons. Is it painful?, is there swelling? Was there an injury? See your local area podiatrist for more answers.
Answered 4/14/2014
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