Ankle Instability and Impingement Syndromes
Abstract In planning procedures for reconstruction of the lateral ankle ligament, considerations include the type of instability (whether in the ankle, the subtalar joint, or both), the presence of pain,…
Peroneal Tendon Injury and Repair
Abstract Management of disorders of the peroneal tendons is not difficult, yet the results of treatment are not as predictable as expected. With peroneal tendon injury, prompt operative intervention seems…
Correction of Flatfoot Deformity in the Adult
Abstract Nothing in foot and ankle surgery elicits controversy as much as the “appropriate” correction of the adult flexible flatfoot deformity (AFFD). To some extent, this controversy has a lot…
Correction of Flatfoot Deformity in the Child
Abstract Pes planus is a common problem, and although the condition is predominantly idiopathic, in children it may be associated with neuromuscular disease and other disorders including tarsal coalition and…
Reconstruction of Malunited Ankle Fractures
Abstract The premise for reconstruction of a malunited ankle fracture is joint preservation. Frequently, the joint may appear to be irreparable, with articular wear and erosive changes on the medial…
Complications of Treatment of Flatfoot
Abstract Errors in management of flatfoot fall into two broad categories: errors of decision making and technical errors related to surgery. Complications resulting from such errors can often be effectively…
Tendon Transfers for Management of Paralytic Deformity
Abstract The correction of foot and ankle deformity by means of a properly performed tendon transfer can be satisfying for both the surgeon and the patient. The goal of any…
The Use of Bulk Fresh Osteoarticular Allografts in Ankle Reconstruction
Abstract A role for use of bulk fresh allografts in ankle surgery has been well established. Although the enthusiasm for large fresh allograft osteoarticular ankle replacement has diminished over the…
Cavus Foot Correction
Abstract Correction of the cavus foot can be difficult with regards to both the decision making and execution of the surgery. With adherence to some basic principles, however, the deformity…
Surgery for the Neuropathic Foot and Ankle
Abstract Charcot arthropathy is a very difficult condition to treat secondary to the severe deformity involved combined with medical comorbidities associated with this condition. The use of very rigid fixation…
