Abstract
Successful treatment of foot and ankle diseases requires an accurate diagnosis. In
addition to differentiated history taking, clinical examination is the most important
component in the diagnosis of foot and ankle diseases. The present video explains
the common provocation tests and functional tests that are used in the basic clinical
examination of the foot and ankle complex. In addition to general inspection and palpation,
the focus is on different diagnostic tests and clinical signs that improve diagnostic
accuracy. The present basic clinical examination methods allow a structured approach
to clinical issues and can be a good basis, if supplemented by further specific and
individual tests.
Key words
foot - ankle - clinical examination