Midfoot charcot neuroarthropathy treated with staged reconstruction and tibiotalocalcaneal arthrodesis: radiographic settling and short-term limb preservation

Sep 5, 2026 by in ORTHOPEDIC Comments Off on Midfoot charcot neuroarthropathy treated with staged reconstruction and tibiotalocalcaneal arthrodesis: radiographic settling and short-term limb preservation
Abstract Background Midfoot Charcot neuroarthropathy is a progressive disorder, commonly affecting people with diabetic neuropathy. It can lead to foot collapse, plantar prominence, ulcers, infection, and even limb loss. In…
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Closed peritalar dislocation with navicular and sustentaculum tali fractures: case report and review of the literature

Sep 5, 2026 by in ORTHOPEDIC Comments Off on Closed peritalar dislocation with navicular and sustentaculum tali fractures: case report and review of the literature
Abstract This case report details an exceedingly rare instance of closed peritalar dislocation (CPD) coupled with fractures of both the navicular bone and the sustentaculum tali in a 34-year-old male…
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Modified external Bunnell suture repair for ruptured Achilles tendon following postoperative infection: A case report and technique

Sep 5, 2026 by in ORTHOPEDIC Comments Off on Modified external Bunnell suture repair for ruptured Achilles tendon following postoperative infection: A case report and technique
Abstract Achilles tendon ruptures are common injuries among active individuals and are typically managed with primary end–to–end repair. However, postoperative infection remains a significant complication that may compromise tendon healing…
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Ankle fracture fixation using 4th generation intramedullary fibular nails with direct syndesmotic reduction and realignment along the centroidal axis: Technique, tips, and pearls

Sep 5, 2026 by in ORTHOPEDIC Comments Off on Ankle fracture fixation using 4th generation intramedullary fibular nails with direct syndesmotic reduction and realignment along the centroidal axis: Technique, tips, and pearls
Abstract The interest and use of intramedullary fibular nails for ankle fracture fixation has continued to increase. Studies have reported earlier time to weightbearing, reduced incidence of wound complications, better…
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Occult adult Tillaux–Chaput fracture with associated posterior malleolus injury following a low-energy fall: A case report

Sep 5, 2026 by in ORTHOPEDIC Comments Off on Occult adult Tillaux–Chaput fracture with associated posterior malleolus injury following a low-energy fall: A case report
Abstract We describe a rare case of an isolated Tillaux-Chaput fracture of the ankle in an adult patient. This injury is an avulsion fracture of the anterolateral tibial plafond (Chaput’s…
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The Effect of Traditional Open Cheilectomy vs Percutaneous Minimally Invasive Cheilectomy for Hallux Rigidus: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Sep 5, 2026 by in ORTHOPEDIC Comments Off on The Effect of Traditional Open Cheilectomy vs Percutaneous Minimally Invasive Cheilectomy for Hallux Rigidus: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Abstract Background Hallux rigidus is a degenerative disorder of the first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint characterized by pain and restricted dorsiflexion. Cheilectomy is a joint preserving option for early to moderate…
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Conversion of painful ankle arthrodesis nonunion to stemmed total ankle arthroplasty in the setting of prior distal fibular resection: A Case report

Sep 5, 2026 by in ORTHOPEDIC Comments Off on Conversion of painful ankle arthrodesis nonunion to stemmed total ankle arthroplasty in the setting of prior distal fibular resection: A Case report
Abstract Conversion of painful ankle arthrodesis to total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) is a recognized salvage option in selected patients with failed fusion who desire restoration of motion. Prior distal fibular…
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