The proximal opening wedge osteotomy is one of the more than 150 procedures described for the treatment of hallux valgus, indicating the complexity of this deformity. It was first described…
Hallux valgus is a deformity of the forefoot characterized by progressive lateral subluxation of the proximal phalanx of the first toe on the first metatarsal head. It is considered pathologic…
Spontaneous Achilles tendon ruptures are defined as a partial or complete loss of continuity of the distal tendinous portions of the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles with the consequent loss in…
Talar body avascular necrosis with collapse or infection (FIG 1A) is one indication for femoral head allograft. Failed total ankle arthroplasty with insufficient bone remaining for revision (FIG 1B) also…
Ankle arthrodesis remains the gold standard for ankle arthritis. Ankle arthrodesis is indicated for painful arthroses, instability, malalignment, and joint sepsis. Regardless of the method of arthrodesis, complications are not…
Rupture of the Achilles tendon is common. More than 20% of acute injuries are misdiagnosed, leading to chronic or neglected ruptures.7 ANATOMY The two heads of the gastrocnemius arise from…
The primary indication for an Akin osteotomy is hallux valgus interphalangeus or in cases in which residual hallux valgus causes pressure on the second toe on the load stimulation test….
Osteochondral lesion of the talus (OLT) may cause significant pain and mechanical symptoms in the involved ankle. The talar articular surface is enclosed within the osseous structures of the ankle…
The primary indication for a proximal closing wedge osteotomy is a symptomatic hallux valgus deformity with a first intermetatarsal angle (IMA) of 14 degrees or greater. The first metatarsocuneiform (MC)…
The distal chevron osteotomy has proven to be a reliable, reproducible method of bunion repair for mild to moderate deformity. By altering the location and displacement of the osteotomy, the…
