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Abstract: Irreducible fracture dislocations of the ankle are rare and represent true orthopedic emergencies. We present a case of a fracture dislocation that was irreducible owing to a fixed dislocati...

Abstract: Müller-Weiss disease of the tarsal navicular is a rare condition, the etiology of which remains unclear. We present the case of a 28-year-old woman with classic radiographic findings consist...

Abstract: The Lapidus arthrodesis can be used to correct pathology within the forefoot or midfoot, and severe hallux valgus deformities as well as hypermobility of the medial column may be amenable to...

Abstract: Hammertoes are common deformities that are often surgically treated using arthrodesis or arthroplasty of the proximal interphalangeal joint with percutaneous, temporary Kirschner wire fixati...

Abstract: Compartment syndrome is a surgical emergency that usually occurs as a sequel to high-energy trauma. We report an uncommon presentation of atraumatic compartment syndrome of the right foot in...

Abstract: Deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism are major complications that can occur after ankle injuries. We present the case of a patient with an ankle fracture who developed deep vein throm...

Abstract: Midfoot Charcot collapse commonly occurs through the tarsometatarsal and/or midtarsal joints, which creates the characteristic “rocker bottom” deformity. Intramedullary metatarsal fixation s...

Abstract: The authors present an unusual case of bilateral medial foot compartment syndrome in a healthy woman after a low-intensity aerobics exercise class. The majority of compartment syndrome cases...

Abstract: The treatment of complex fractures of the distal tibia, ankle, and talus with soft tissue damage, bone loss, and nonreconstructable joints for which the optimal timing for reduction and fixa...

Abstract: Nonhealing neuropathic ulcers overlying the fifth metatarsal are frequently associated with cavus foot structure and are often complicated by osteomyelitis. Partial fifth ray amputation for ...

Abstract: Reconstruction of soft tissue defects in the plantar heel pad presents a surgical challenge that requires replacing the lost tissue with another tissue having similarly unique physical chara...

Abstract: A 53-year-old woman was investigated for several neoplastic, inflammatory, and infective conditions for her left foot, and ankle pain associated with swelling, which she developed unexpected...

Abstract: Müller-Weiss disease is a rare spontaneous osteonecrosis of the tarsal and navicular bones in adults. From April 2008 to April 2011, we treated 7 patients with Müller-Weiss disease by surgic...

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to present the results of the metatarsal fractures treated with a closed antegrade intramedullary pinning technique. The records of 35 consecutive patients with...

Abstract: Brodsky type 3a Charcot destruction of the ankle is devastating to patients. The authors have surgically stabilized this deformity with the use of an intramedullary arthrodesis nail, and exp...

Abstract: Achilles tendinopathy is a clinical diagnosis characterized as a triad of symptoms including pain, swelling, and impaired performance of the diseased tendon. Achilles tendinopathy is divided...

Abstract: The use of bone morphogenetic protein-2 (BMP-2) has been recommended for high-risk fusions and nonunion. Patients undergoing revisional tibiotalocalcaneal (TTC) arthrodesis via a retrograde ...

Abstract: Measuring the outcome of surgical intervention is an integral part of modern-day healthcare provision. The increasing requirement to monitor patient-reported outcomes highlights the need for...

Abstract: Synovial plicae, both symptomatic and asymptomatic, are increasingly being diagnosed with the expansion of arthroscopic procedures in synovial joints. Ankle plicae, however, remain an uncomm...

Abstract: The chevron and scarf osteotomies are commonly used for the surgical management of hallux valgus (HV). However, there is debate as to whether one osteotomy provides more 1–2 intermetatarsal ...

I read with great interest the article by Brook et al in a recent issue of your esteemed journal . The article is highly thought provoking. Interestingly, the past few years have seen the emergence of...

Abstract: Herein, we illustrate an operative technique to attain limb salvage after a failed intramedullary nail in the diabetic Charcot neuropathic patient. The use of the blade plate, or T-plate, in...

Foot and ankle fellowships have been in existence for decades and have, within the past 5 years, surged in popularity among recent graduates. Advanced training is available in a wide array of subspeci...

Abstract: This report describes a retrospective analysis of chart and radiographic data pertaining to 10 consecutive cases performed over a 30-month period, undertaken in an effort to evaluate the pre...

Abstract: Myriad forms of fixation have been proposed for arthrodesis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint (MTPJ). Regardless of fixation type, nonunion of the arthrodesis site has been purported as...

Abstract: The authors describe a technique in which two 5.5-mm pins are inserted from the posterior aspect of the calcaneus and advanced anteriorly on a slightly convergent vector. The 2 points of fix...

Abstract: Muscle abscess presenting as nerve palsy is rare and has not been previously reported in the common peroneal nerve (CPN). The objective of this case report is to describe the diagnosis and t...

Abstract: Polydactyly of the foot is a congenital anomaly characterized by the appearance of all or part of 1 or more additional rays. A number of morphologically and anatomically based classification...