Significantly lower intramuscular pressure in the posterior and lateral compartments compared with the anterior compartment suggests alterations of the diagnostic criteria for chronic exertional compartment syndrome in the lower leg

The study published by Lindorsson et al. from the University of Gothenburg found significantly lower intramuscular pressure in the posterior and lateral compartments compared to the anterior compartments of the lower leg. Thus, common cut-off values for diagnosing chronic exertional compartment syndrome should be reconsidered.