Comparison of Dynamic versus Static Locked Retrograde Tibiotalocalcaneal Arthrodesis with Intramedullary Nail Fixation: Evaluation of the RAIN database
Hindfoot osteoarthritis (OA) or deformity involving the ankle and subtalar joint is a disabling condition. Tibiotalocalcaneal (TTC) fusion is an effective salvage option in pathologies where total ankle replacement is contraindicated. The purpose of this study is to compare the union rate of the ankle joint in proximal static versus dynamically locked retrograde intramedullary nail fixation for tibiotalocalcaneal arthrodesis. An IRB approved comprehensive chart and radiographic review was performed. (Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery - February 15, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Michael D. Dujela, Gregory C. Berlet, Brian E. Houng, Christopher F. Hyer Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
The relationship between fibular notch anatomy and atfl rupture
This study aims to define the fibular notch version that can evaluate the position of the fibular notch relative to the tibia and investigate the relationship between the fibular notch version (FNV) and ATFL rupture. This study included 71 patients with isolated ATFL rupture diagnosed clinically and radiologically and 71 control patients without any foot or ankle pathologies. (Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery - February 15, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Haluk YAKA, Mustafa ÖZER, Faik TÜRKMEN, Ahmet DEMİREL, Ulunay KANATLI Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
A Prospective Analysis of the SVS WIfI Classification System to Stratify Immediate and 1-Year Patient Outcomes
This study aimed to establish the efficacy and validity of this classification in predicting patient outcomes during immediate hospitalization and throughout a 1 year follow up. A total of 152 patients were enrolled in the study and of these, 116 met the inclusion criteria and had at least 1 year of follow up for analysis. (Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery - February 14, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Michael D. Liette, Peter A. Crisologo, Suhail Masadeh, Sung H. Yang, Christian B. Bergmann, Charles C. Caldwell, Jordan A. Henning Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
A Prospective Analysis of the SVS WIfI Classification System to Stratify Immediate and One-Year Patient Outcomes
This study aimed to establish the efficacy and validity of this classification in predicting patient outcomes during immediate hospitalization and throughout a one year follow up. A total of 152 patients were enrolled in the study and of these, 116 met the inclusion criteria and had at least one year of follow up for analysis. (Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery - February 14, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Michael D. Liette, Peter A. Crisologo, Suhail Masadeh, Sung H. Yang, Christian B. Bergmann, Charles C. Caldwell, Jordan A. Henning Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
New classification based on CT and its value evaluation for fractures of the lateral process of the talus
This study aimed to develop a comprehensive classification system for fractures of the lateral process of the talus (LPTF) based on CT, and to evaluate its prognostic value, reliability and reproducibility. We retrospectively reviewed 42 patients involving LPTF with an average follow-up of 35.9 months for clinical and radiographic evaluations. In order to develop a comprehensive classification, a panel of experienced orthopedic surgeons discussed the cases. All fractures were classified according to Hawkins, McCrory-Bladin and new proposed classifications by six observers. (Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery - February 2, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Yuchuan Wang, Zhongzheng Wang, Yanbin Zhu, Lei Fu, Xiangtian Deng, Wei Chen, Yingze Zhang Source Type: research
Patient Outcomes of Virtual Foot and Ankle Telephone Clinics During COVID-19 Pandemic: 1 Year Experience
COVID-19 pandemic has instigated to find alternative methods of assessing and treating patients with foot and ankle disorders. We have implemented virtual telephone clinic consultations along with the face-to-face consultations. It has reduced overcrowding in the busy outpatient waiting area and thus limiting close patient contact. The aim of this study is to audit the patient satisfaction outcomes, assess the feasibility and to find out the potential financial implications of introducing telephone clinic consultations for foot and ankle disorders. (Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery - January 31, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Aysha Rajeev, Jake Rajeev, Kailash Devalia Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
Correlation analysis between clinical hypermobility measurement and radiographic parameters of the hallux valgus deformity
The finding of “hypermobility” has conventionally been considered as a dichotomous categorical variable in both clinical practice and in the literature. In other words, it is defined as being either “present” or “absent” in patients with hallux valgus. Yet it might be far more likely that this represen ts a continuous variable described by a bell-shaped distribution. Therefore the objective of this investigation was to consider hypermobility as a continuous variable, and to compare the sagittal plane first ray motion to radiographic parameters commonly used in the evaluation of the hallux valgus d eformity by m...
Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery - January 31, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Kushkaran Kaur, Andrew J. Meyr Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
Patient Outcomes of Virtual Foot and Ankle Telephone Clinics during COVID-19 Pandemic: One Year Experience
COVID-19 pandemic has instigated to find alternative methods of assessing and treating patients with foot and ankle disorders. We have implemented virtual telephone clinic consultations along with the face-to-face consultations. It has reduced overcrowding in the busy outpatient waiting area and thus limiting close patient contact. The aim of this study is to audit the patient satisfaction outcomes, assess the feasibility and to find out the potential financial implications of introducing telephone clinic consultations for foot and ankle disorders. (Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery - January 31, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Aysha Rajeev, Jake Rajeev, Kailash Devalia Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
Difference in Joint Stability Between Small Posterior Malleolar Fragments With Fixation and Those Without Fixation: A Biomechanical Cadaver Study
The indication for the surgical treatment of ankle fractures that involve a posterior malleolar fragment remains controversial. This cadaver study assessed the biomechanical results of rotation stiffness of Haraguchi type 1 posterior malleolar fragments with or without cannulated screw fixation. Twelve anatomic lower-extremity specimens from six cadavers were tested. Six right legs were subjected to posterior malleolus osteotomy (Haraguchi type I) followed with (group A; n=3) or without (group B; n=3) fixation using a cannulated screw. (Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery - January 31, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Byoung-Gu Lee, Gi-Soo Lee, Sang-Bum Kim, Jeong-Kil Lee, Seung Hoo Lee, Ju-Ho Song, Chan Kang, Jae-Hwang Song Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
Clinical, radiographic and gait parameters associated with medial arch pain in the flexible pediatric flatfoot
Pain in the flexible flatfoot is a common complaint, if present it is important to find its exact location and causes Therefore, the study aimed to find differences between children with and without medial arch pain and relate them to the reduction of pain following surgical treatment. Children with idiopathic flexible flatfeet were retrospectively included in the study. All children underwent a clinical, radiographic, and gait examination. The feet were subdivided into 2 groups: asymptomatic and those with medial arch pain. (Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery - January 30, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Harald B öhm, Chakravarty Ugandhar Dussa Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
Anatomic Description of the Calcaneocuboid Joint: Implications for Staple Fixation
Understanding the anatomy of the calcaneocuboid (CCJ) remains essential when selecting staple fixation to optimize osseous purchase during rearfoot procedures. This anatomic study quantitatively describes the CCJ in relation to staple fixation sites. The calcaneus and cuboid from 10 cadavers were dissected. Widths at 5 mm and 10 mm increments away from the joint were measured in dorsal, midline, and plantar thirds of each bone. The widths between each position's 5 mm and 10 mm increments were compared using the Student's t-test. (Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery - January 28, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Dominick J Casciato, Alex Bischoff, Robert W Mendicino Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
The Effects of NSAIDs on Foot and Ankle Arthrodesis Procedures, A Retrospective Chart Review
The opioid epidemic has forced practitioners to look to other means for pain control. This has made non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) much more prevalent. Advantageous as it might seem, a closer look at the pharmacodynamics shows that by inhibiting COX enzymes, NSAIDs are inhibiting prostaglandin which could inhibit bone healing. Our objective is to determine if NSAID use during foot and ankle arthrodesis inhibits bone healing. We reviewed the electronic database of patients who underwent foot and/or ankle arthrodesis with the inclusion criteria of fusion CPT codes. (Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery - January 25, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Kelly M. Pirozzi, Sahab Danesh, Aldin Sabic Source Type: research
An Innovative Weightbearing Device for Weightbearing 3-Dimensional Imaging for Foot and Ankle Surgery Preoperative Planning
We write with regard to the report from Ferr às-Tarragó et al entitled “An Innovative Weightbearing Device for Weightbearing 3-Dimensional Imaging for Foot and Ankle Surgery Preoperative Planning” (1). We read with interest authors’ detailed description of a novel device to simulate weightbearing for computed tomography (CT) imaging. (Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery - January 18, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Alexej Barg, Martinus Richter, Arne Burssens, Cesar de Cesar Netto, Scott Ellis, Alexandre Leme Godoy-Santos, Fran çois Lintz Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: research
“An Innovative Weightbearing Device for Weightbearing 3-Dimensional Imaging for Foot and Ankle Surgery Preoperative Planning”
Dear Editor: (Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery - January 18, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Alexej Barg, Martinus Richter, Arne Burssens, Cesar de Cesar Netto, Scott Ellis, Alexandre Leme Godoy-Santos, Fran çois Lintz Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: research
Exploring the Relationship Between Clinical Presentation in Hallux Valgus and Response to AbobotulinumtoxinA Treatment
The relationship between pain/disability and angular deviation of the hallux valgus (HV), and the impact of orthotic use, laterality, and pain variability on treatment outcomes remain unclear. This was explored in post hoc analyses of a placebo-controlled trial of abobotulinumtoxinA (aboBoNT-A; Dysport ®) for HV-associated pain (NCT03569098). The primary endpoint was not met in this study (change from baseline Numeric Pain Rating Scale [NPRS] score vs placebo at week 8); however, there was a greater reduction from baseline in mean NPRS score at week 12 with aboBoNT-A 500U versus placebo (p = .06). (Source: Journal of...
Source: Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery - January 18, 2023 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Babak Baravarian, Lawrence A. DiDomenico, Magali Volteau, David G. Armstrong, Robert Silva Tags: Original Research Source Type: research
