Short term results of dynamic splinting for hallux valgus – a prospective randomized study
Hallux valgus (HV) is one of the most common diagnoses in orthopedic practice. The prevalence of radiologic HV is up to 23% in 18 –65 year old women and>35% in women older than 65 [1]. Approximately half of these cases can become symptomatic. Women in their fourth to sixth decade are most often affected, and children show an incidence of 2% [1,2]. The etiology of HV is not completely understood and appears to be multifactorial. Family history, female gender, occupational foot stress, shoe style and configuration of the first metatarsale and the first metatarso-phalangeal joint (MTP 1), have been correlated with HV [2 â...
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - January 21, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Christian Plaass, Annika Karch, Armin Koch, Vivien Wiederhoeft, Sarah Ettinger, Leif Claassen, Kiriakos Daniilidis, Daiwei Yao, Christina Stukenborg-Colsman Source Type: research
Ankle Fusion in Patients with Chronic Hepatitis C
The hepatitis C virus (HCV) is a blood borne pathogen that adversely compromises both hepatic and extrahepatic systems. Chronic hepatitis C infection (HCV) affects between 3.4 and 4.4 million people in the United States and over 185 million people worldwide [1,2]. Those born in the post-World War II baby boom account for approximately 75% of the estimated U.S. population with HCV. Many are unaware that they are infected. Guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommend screening, as infected patients been demonstrated to be at incre...
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - January 21, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Patrick K. Strotman, Daniel R. Schmitt, Adam Schiff, Michael Pinzur Source Type: research
Retrospective cohort study of operatively treated ankle fractures involving the posterior malleolus
Ankle fractures with a posterior malleolus (PM) fragment are a common injury, which often necessitates surgical fixation. Until recently, PM fractures would often be fixed using a percutaneous anterior to posterior (AP) screw, or treated indirectly through fixation of the lateral malleolus relying on ligamentotaxis to reduce the PM. However, in recent years various authors have advocated direct visualisation and anatomical fixation using a posterolateral or posteromedial approach [1 –3]. Biomechanical studies have demonstrated that posterior buttress plate fixation creates a stronger construct than AP screws [4]. (Source...
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - January 18, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Stephen McHale, Mark Williams, Thomas Ball Source Type: research
The use of polyvinyl alcohol hydrogel implants in the lesser metatarsal heads. Is it safely doable? A cadaveric Study
Lesser toe and metatarsophalangeal disorders are frequent, and their treatment represent a frequent challenge for Foot and Ankle surgeons. The number of surgical procedures for treatment of these pathologies is huge, with substantial associated economic burden [1]. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - January 9, 2019 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Cesar de Cesar Netto, Alexandre Leme Godoy-Santos, Taylor N. Cabe, Lauren E. Roberts, Thos Harnroongroj, Jonathan Deland, Mark Drakos Source Type: research
Radiographic changes of the mid-tarsal joint after calcaneal lengthening for planovalgus foot deformity
In children and adolescents, planovalgus foot deformity is characterized by complex features including hindfoot valgus, midfoot planus/pronation, and forefoot abduction/supination with a relatively short lateral column.[1,2] Most children with planovalgus deformities are asymptomatic and do not require treatment. When the deformity becomes symptomatic and leads to pain while weight-bearing pain, callus formation, or ulcerative lesions as a result of talar head prominence and functional impairment, it will require treatment.[3,4] Idiopathic planovalgus is known to improve spontaneously as children grow older,[5] but surgica...
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - December 31, 2018 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Sung Ki Hyuk, Soon-Sun Kwon, Chin Youb Chung, Kyoung Min Lee, Moon Seok Park Source Type: research
Morphology of the first metatarsal head as a risk factor for hallux valgus interphalangeus
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Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - December 24, 2018 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Stephanus Johannes van Deventer, Andrew Strydom, Nikiforos Pandelis Saragas, Paulo Norberto Faria Ferrao Source Type: research
A state-of-the-art review of foot pressure
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Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - December 24, 2018 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Siti Syazni Zulkifli, Loh Wei Ping Tags: Review Source Type: research
Positive and negative factors for the treatment outcomes following total ankle arthroplasty? A systematic review
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Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - December 24, 2018 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Dahang Zhao, Dichao Huang, Gonghao Zhang, Xu Wang, Tiansong Zhang, Xin Ma Tags: Review Source Type: research
The clinical outcome of endoscopic plantar fascia release: A current concept review
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Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - December 23, 2018 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Michael-Alexander Malahias, Erwin Brian Cantiller, Vikram V. Kadu, Sebastian M üller Tags: Review Source Type: research
Preclinical Biomechanical Testing Models for the Tibiotalar Joint and Its Replacements: A Systematic Review
Prior to the advent of total ankle joint replacements, fusion was the only option available for the relief of pain and partial restoration of function. One theoretical benefit of total ankle replacement (TAR) over arthrodesis is lowering the probability of developing osteoarthritis in adjacent joints, which may occur in patients treated with fusions [2 –4]. In addition to avoiding the potential risks of osteoarthritis in neighboring joints, biomechanical gait studies have found that, compared to fused ankles, ankles implanted with TAR produce kinematics that more closely resemble a healthy ankle [5]. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - December 23, 2018 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Nathan C. Ho, Edward Ebramzadeh, Sophia N. Sangiorgio Tags: Review Source Type: research
Effectiveness of subtalar arthroereisis with endorthesis for pediatric flexible flat foot: a retrospective cross-sectional study with final follow up at skeletal maturity
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Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - December 21, 2018 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Cristian Indino, Jorge Hugo Villafa ñe, Riccardo D’Ambrosi, Luigi Manzi, Camilla Maccario, Pedro Berjano, Federico G. Usuelli Source Type: research
Agreement between Sanders Classification of Intraarticular Calcaneal Fractures and Assessment during the Surgery
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Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - December 19, 2018 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Amir Reza Vosoughi, Zahra Shayan, Ehsan Salehi, Fereidoon Mojtahed Jaberi, Saeed Solooki, Bahareh Kardeh Source Type: research
Three-dimensional displacement after a medializing calcaneal osteotomy in relation to the osteotomy angle and hindfoot alignment
An adult-acquired flatfoot deformity is a three-dimensional (3D) condition mainly characterized by a loss of the medial longitudinal arch, valgus alignment of the hindfoot, and abduction of the midfoot [1]. It is a known cause of pain and disability, leading to a substantial decrease in quality of life [2]. Although it remains matter of debate, a dysfunction of the posterior tibialis tendon is identified to contribute to the pathomechanics [1,3]. If conservative treatment remains unsuccessful, surgery is performed to correct the deformity [4,5]. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - December 7, 2018 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: M. Peiffer, C. Belvedere, S. Clockaerts, T. Leenders, A. Leardini, E. Audenaert, J. Victor, A. Burssens, WBCT ISG Source Type: research
Three-dimensional displacement of a medializing calcaneal osteotomy in relation to the osteotomy angle and hindfoot alignment
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Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - December 7, 2018 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: M. Peiffer, C. Belvedere, S. Clockaerts, T. Leenders, A. Leardini, E. Audenaert, J. Victor, A. Burssens, WBCT ISG Source Type: research
Lateral ankle ligament anatomic reconstruction for chronic ankle instability: allograft or autograft? a systematic review
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Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - December 7, 2018 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: L. Brambilla, A. Bianchi, F. Malerba, M. Loppini, N. Martinelli Source Type: research
