A common ankle problem among dancers is impingement of the tibia on the talar neck. Two syndromes are described. One results in the development of exostoses on the anterior tibia and talus. The other results in plantar fascial sagging and chronic foot strain. The treatment and prognosis are presented along with representative cases.
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