For a musculoskeletal diagnosis, the history directs the examination

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For a musculoskeletal diagnosis, the history directs the examination

Chris Milne

Chris Milne

Runner injury
Pain at the tendon attachments classically involves the Achilles or plantar fascia

There are generally only a few ways in which a joint or muscle/tendon complex can be acutely injured, and perceived wisdom is that 80 per cent of the diagnostic information is provided by the history

Key points A good history, in particular, and clinical examination are at the core of the diagnostic process for acute musculoskeletal injury.