Foot & ankle
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Traumatic subluxation/dislocation of the peroneal tendons has been reported following a variety of sports-related activities. The peroneal musculature contracts reflexively during the injury and overcomes the restraining soft tissue. The tendons can then dislocate anteriorly from behind the distal fibula. ⋯ The chronic, painful lesion should be treated operatively. A tremendous number of surgical procedures have been described for the treatment of chronic tendon dislocations. Choice of a surgical procedure depends upon the anatomy of the peroneal groove and the retinaculum, and the nature of the damage to the area.