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High arch from untreated compartment syndrome. pt says my spring ligament is gone. could fast onset of cavus foot cause spring ligament rupture?

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Doubt it: Spring ligament helps maintain an arch, when or if it ruptures you would destabilize the arch and the foot would flatten. Your describing the Opposite type of scenerio.....

Dr Ali and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 4/26/2015

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