Squeeze Test

The squeeze test is also known as the fibular compression test.

• The squeeze test is used for diagnosis of syndesmotic ankle sprains.
• It is used alongside with the ankle external rotation test.

• The test is performed by compresses the proximal fibula against the tibia with both hand of the examiner, to assess the integrity of the:
  1. Bones
  2. Interosseus membrane
  3. Syndesmotic ligaments.

• The test is considered positive if Pain occurs with fracture or diastasis (Interosseus membrane or Syndesmosis injury).

• Sensitivity: 30%
• Specificity: 93.5%

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