What is COMPARTMENT SYNDROME?

➢ A compartment syndrome (Anterior (front), Lateral (side) and Posterior (back)) is the result of an increase in pressure within the compartments of the lower leg. While any of the compartments can be affected, the anterior compartment is most prone at 45% of cases.
➢ Another term for chronic compartment syndrome is “CHRONIC EXERTIONAL COMPARTMENT” SYNDROME.br> ➢ The causes of compartment syndrome IF ACUTE are trauma such as a direct blow to the compartment and due to overuse and if it is CHRONIC would be due to overtraining, poor technique or training on hard surfaces.
➢ The predisposing factors are muscle type involved in creating a muscle imbalance, muscle tightness and improper footwear that is worn out, too flexible, too stiff or does not provide adequate arch support.
➢ PIt usually occurs in athletes under 40 years of age.