Superior extensor retinaculum The extensor retinaculum refers to the set of ligaments inside the ankle that connect the tibia and fibula, which are the bones of the lower leg. The Achilles tendon and ...

Background Previous research has shown that muscle imbalances may be an important risk factor for lower limb injuries in runners. No studies have evaluated hip musculature imbalance in sprinters.

Objectives To compare proximal lower limb muscle strength in chronic ankle instability (CAI), healthy controls and copers (individuals with one previous ankle and no ongoing problems), and investigate ...