Study finds similar outcomes for operatively vs. nonoperatively managed ankle fractures
Presented results found no differences in outcomes for patients receiving operative vs. nonoperative management of unstable medial malleolar fractures at 1 year.
Causes of Heel Pain and Treatment Options
Heel pain is a very common symptom in adults, but children and adolescents may also complain of it. There are several conditions that can cause heel pain in young people. Explore when it may be normal growing pains and when heel pain may indicate a more serious condition.
A Systematic Review of Outcomes Following Lisfranc Injury Fixation: Removal vs Retention of Metalwork
Following Lisfranc injury fixation, no consensus exists on whether to routinely remove metalwork. The aim of this study was to evaluate functional outcomes and complications in patients following routine removal of metalwork and in those with retained metalwork.
Physical Therapy for Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Physical therapy for posterior tibial tendonitis (PTT) can help you regain normal foot and ankle range of motion (ROM), strength, and mobility. This can help eliminate your foot and ankle pain and get you back to your normal work and recreational activities.
Simultaneous bilateral total ankle arthroplasty seen as comparable to staged procedure
Under surgeon expertise in appropriately selected patients, simultaneous bilateral total ankle arthroplasty has comparable outcomes with the staged procedure for patients with bilateral end-stage ankle osteoarthritis.