Lab 7 - Module 3 - Popliteal Fossa: Page 5 of 5
Case Report Conclusion:Diagnosis is Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome of the deep posterior compartment. The deep posterior compartment is small and bound anteriorly by the two leg bones and interosseous membrane and posteriorly by the transverse intermuscular septum. Both boundaries are rigid. Any increase in muscle size may cause a compartment type syndrome. When exercising increase blood flow to the muscle increases the volume of the muscle thereby decreasing the volume of the compartment. |
Why does the pain, numbness, etc. resolve upon cessation of exercise? |
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A compartment syndrome occurs when there is swelling within a fascial enclosed muscle compartment in the limbs. Typical causes may include limb trauma, intracompartment hemorrhage, limb compression and exercise. As pressure within the compartment elevates, capillary blood flow and tissue perfusion is compromised, which can ultimately lead to neuromuscular damage if not treated. |
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