- Etiology: traction apophysitis of tuberosity of fifth metatarsal caused by repetitive traction of peroneus brevis tendon at the site of its attachment
- Imaging: irregularity and fragmentation of the apophysis of the fifth metatarsal
- DDX: fracture of the base of the fifth metatarsal
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- Treatment:
- Clinical: seen in physically active children between 9-14 years old, presents with lateral midfoot pain aggravated by sports activities