Abstract Whenever possible, it is preferable to perform a tibiotalocalcaneal (TTC) arthrodesis instead of a pantalar arthrodesis. Including the transverse tarsal joint in the arthrodesis, which results in far more…
Abstract Arthrodesis of the tarsometatarsal (TMT) joint is performed for treatment of arthritis of variable extent with or without deformity, in the setting of idiopathic osteoarthritis or posttraumatic or inflammatory…
Abstract The indications for subtalar arthrodesis are broad and include arthritis and deformities. Specific problems amenable to management by this method are calcaneus fracture, isolated traumatic subtalar arthritis, middle facet…
Abstract Ankle arthrodesis remains a very effective and reliable treatment method for ankle arthritis. In patients with minimal deformity, poor skin quality, or at risk for wound complications, the ability…
Abstract Over the past decade, a resurgence of interest in total ankle replacement (TAR) has emerged, largely as a consequence of an improved understanding of ankle kinematics, better implant designs,…
Abstract With osteochondral lesions of the talus (OCLT), surgery is performed only in symptomatic cases because the lesions do not show any marked tendency for progression and typically do not…
Abstract Indications for the supramalleolar osteotomy are numerous and include correction of deformity, joint preservation, and as a staged procedure that leads up to other operations, including total ankle replacement…
Abstract Regardless of the type of tarsal coalition present, once the condition becomes symptomatic, it rarely resolves with nonoperative care. Traditional management has been with immobilization of the foot to…
Abstract Disorders of the Achilles include acute rupture, chronic neglected rupture, insertional tendinosis, and noninsertional tendinosis. The goals of surgery are to restore the function of the Achilles while minimizing…
Abstract Anterior tibial tendon (ATT) ruptures tend to occur in older persons as a consequence of degeneration and friction underneath the extensor retinaculum, although traumatic ruptures can occur and commonly…
