Diagnosis and Management of Lower Extremity Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome in the Active Adult Population

Abstract

Chronic exertional compartment syndrome can significantly alter the quality of life and level of physical activity participation in active adults. This lesser known and understood condition requires diligent physical examinaion and linear diagnostic progression to appropriately diagnose. Although surgical intervention is the definitive treatment modality, there are multiple surgical approaches which could be considered and several nonoperative conservative therapies which can be trialed to meet patients' physical performance goals.