A clinician induces contraction of the gastrocnemius and soleus and notices that the foot does not plantar flex as expected. Which of the following would be a logical diagnosis?
A. Lateral plantar nerve injury
B. Ruptured calcaneal tendon
C. Peroneal nerve injury
D. Shinsplints
E. Anterior compartment syndrome
Answer: B
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