Checkrein Deformity of the Lesser Toes Due to Flexor Digitorum Longus Adhesion After Distal Tibial Shaft Fracture: A Case Report
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: Checkrein deformity is a dynamic claw-like deformity of the toes that becomes apparent during ankle dorsiflexion and disappears with plantarflexion. It is most commonly associated with adhesion or entrapment of the flexor hallucis longus (FHL) tendon following a lower-leg fracture. Although concomitant involvement of the flexor digitorum longus (FDL) with the FHL has been described, isolated FDL involvement is rare.
Authors: Toshiharu Takami, Tetsuya Yamamoto, Noriyuki Kanzaki, Ryo Okada, Atsuki Tanaka, Shohei Sano, Ryosuke Kuroda
Institution: Kobe University
Language: English
Topic: Foot and Ankle Surgery
Subfield: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W7171285077
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