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Shortening of the First Ray With Hallux Valgus Correction

01/01/2023

How can surgeons find a happy medium when it comes to first ray shortening in bunion surgery? This author looks at how to shorten the first ray while avoiding complications, the sequela of shortening, and the clinically relevant amount of...

How can surgeons find a happy...

01/01/2023

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Regenerative Medicine in the Foot and Ankle

01/01/2023

Priya Parthasarathy , DPM, DABPM, FASPS;

Regenerative medicine has multiple applications for healing in the lower extremity including conditions such as Achilles tendonitis and plantar fasciitis. This author explores the potential of such modalities as platelet-rich plasma, amniotic...

Regenerative medicine has...

01/01/2023

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Case Study

Reconstructive Surgical Option for a Comminuted Fifth Metatarsal Fracture

12/07/2022

Zuhair Irfan , DPM;

Hemant Patel , DPM;

These authors present a case of a comminuted fifth metatarsal shaft fracture initially undergoing open reduction internal fixation that failed secondary to patient nonadherence, and the techniques applied for revisional surgery.

These authors present a case of...

12/07/2022

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A Guide to Treating Pediatric Clubfoot

12/01/2022

Mitzi L. Williams , DPM, FACFAS;

The treatment of clubfoot in children has seen a shift in recent years as surgeons move to less invasive approaches. This author highlights the Ponseti method and discusses the treatment of clubfoot recurrences, focusing on complex and...

The treatment of clubfoot in...

12/01/2022

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Siddiqui’s Tips, Tricks, and Pearls for Minimally Invasive Bunionectomy

12/01/2022

Madison Ravine , DPM;

Noman A. Siddiqui , DPM, MHA, FACFAS, AACFAS;

Michael A. Thomas , DPM, MS, AACFAS;

Since its introduction, minimally invasive surgery (MIS) for bunions has seen advancements in technique that have benefitted patients. Drawing on their experience and technical modifications, these authors offer step-by-step pearls for...

Since its introduction,...

12/01/2022

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Point-Counterpoint

Should Surgeons Stage TAR With Adjunct Procedures?

12/01/2022

Christopher F. Hyer , DPM, MS, FACFAS;

Jeffrey E. McAlister , DPM, FACFAS;

John M. Thompson , DPM, AACFAS;

Keegan A. Duelfer , DPM;

Cody J. Togher , DPM, AACFAS;

These authors draw from their experience to debate both side of staging TAR arthroplasty.

These authors draw from their...

12/01/2022

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Insight on Platelet-rich Plasma and Applications for Heel Pain

11/30/2022

Amanda Westfall , DPM, FACFAS;

This author shares case studies on the efficacy of PRP in the lower extremity.

This author shares case studies...

11/30/2022

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When Pedal Verruca Vulgaris is Actually Verrucous Carcinoma

11/08/2022

Sara Mateen , DPM, AACFAS;

Jane Pontious , DPM, FACFAS;

Isana Fils-Aime , DPM;

Even when biopsies are initially negative, it is important to maintain an index of suspicion for alternative diagnoses. In this article, the authors share a relevant case that highlights this process, and the multidisciplinary approach that...

Even when biopsies are initially...

11/08/2022

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How Does Heel-to-Toe Drop in Running Shoes Impact Heel Pain?

11/01/2022

Timothy Dutra , DPM, MS, MHCA, FAAPSM, FACSM;

Experienced runners can often feel different effects from heel-to-toe drops of different amounts in shoes, but can this have an effect on heel pain? This author looks at the research of low drop versus high drop, and their potential...

Experienced runners can often...

11/01/2022

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