Surgical Considerations During Patellar Stabilization Najeeb Khan Robert Stewart Donald Fithian INTRODUCTION This chapter includes surgical considerations for patellar stabilization procedures, including medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction, tibial tubercle osteotomy…
Anatomic and Biomechanical Considerations in Patellofemoral Joint Instability Joanna M. Stephen Andrew Amis INTRODUCTION The patellofemoral joint is a highly intricate synovial articulation, comprising the trochlear groove and the patella,…
The Evolution of Thoughts, Concepts, and Practice in Patellar Instability William R. Post Historical Perspective It is often said that when many operations are recommended to treat a single problem…
Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction Using Quadriceps Tendon Christian Fink Mirco Herbort INTRODUCTION Pathogenesis Tear of the medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) has been reported in 95% to 100% of patients with…
Medial Patellofemoral Ligament Reconstruction Using Suture Anchors Moneer Abouljoud David C. Flanigan Robert A. Magnussen INTRODUCTION Pathogenesis Patellar dislocation commonly occurs as a result of trauma sustained during physical activity…
KEY FACTS • Calcaneus fractures account for ~ 2% of all fractures. • The calcaneus is the most frequently fractured tarsal (hindfoot) bone. ○ It represents 60% of all tarsal…
KEY FACTS • Clubfeet can be idiopathic or syndromic. ○ Initial treatment in almost all cases should be Ponseti casting, even if the patient presents outside of infancy, as casting…
KEY FACTS • Toe and metatarsal fractures are the most common fractures of the foot with an incidence of 140 per 100,000 per year. • The 5th metatarsal is the…
KEY FACTS Hallux Rigidus • Hallux rigidus is the most common arthritic condition in the foot. • Hallux rigidus tends to be bilateral, although it is often not synchronous. •…
KEY FACTS • Foot and ankle tumors are relatively rare entities but must be kept in the differential diagnosis of musculoskeletal complaints in that area. • The overwhelming majority of…
