peroneal sign


peroneal sign

Eversion and dorsiflexion of the foot resulting from tapping the peroneal nerve with a reflex hammer.See also: peroneal

Lust,

Franz A., 20th century German pediatrician. Lust phenomenon - abduction with dorsal foot flexion related to latent tetany. Synonym(s): Lust sign; peroneal sign; peroneal nerve phenomenonLust sign - Synonym(s): Lust phenomenon